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Iraqi Court Rules in Favor of Christian Woman Seeking to Restore Religious Identity

Ground News · May 16, 2026

CSPII Commentary: The woman was raised in a Christian family but was automatically registered as Muslim. The reclassification occurred after her mother separated from her Christian father and later married a Muslim man. Had her biological father been a Muslim, the court would likely not have ruled in her favor.

Muslim American groups say Republicans are weaponising congressional hearings

tribune.com.pk · May 15, 2026

Muslim American groups condemned Republican congressional hearings titled “Sharia-Free America,” saying they weaponise government against Muslims and revive anti-Muslim tropes. The report cites CAIR data on rising complaints, Republican attacks on CAIR, and criticism from rights advocates and Democrats.