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Election Month Ruling By Supreme Court Regrettable
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release:
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Election Month Ruling By Supreme Court Regrettable
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June 29, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling in Watson v. Republican National Committee:
"In an apparent bid to avert Democrats' threatened Supreme Court packing scheme, Republican-appointed justices John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett have apparently opted to just give Democrats
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FAIRFAX, Virginia, Aug. 17 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release:
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Election Month Ruling By Supreme Court Regrettable
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June 29, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling in Watson v. Republican National Committee:
"In an apparent bid to avert Democrats' threatened Supreme Court packing scheme, Republican-appointed justices John Roberts and Amy Coney Barrett have apparently opted to just give Democratseverything they want including an election month voting where ballots are counted no matter how late they arrive after Election Day. Arguing there is no prohibition against late ballots, the nation's highest court has effectively made Election Day a dead letter. Now, the only resort for the American people who want to restore same-day voting is for Congress to pass another statute to clarify what federal law has already stated for more than a century was 'the day for the election...' This ruling is regrettable and will prove Stalin's maxim that it is not those who vote, but those who count the ballots that decide everything."
For media availability contact Americans for Limited Government at media@limitgov.org.
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Original text here: https://getliberty.org/2026/06/election-month-ruling-by-supreme-court-regrettable/
Western Watersheds Project: Reintroduced Female Wolf 2504 Shot, Apparently Mistaken for Coyote
HAILEY, Idaho, Aug. 12 -- The Western Watersheds Project posted the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Reintroduced Female Wolf 2504 Shot, Apparently Mistaken for Coyote
Colorado's lax regulations on killing coyotes led to the death of another reintroduced wolf
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DENVER -- Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced this morning that they have concluded their investigation into the killing of reintroduced wolf 2504 and determined that the wolf was shot by a hunter who thought she was a coyote. Coyotes can be killed year-round in Colorado, including using methods outlawed for other
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HAILEY, Idaho, Aug. 12 -- The Western Watersheds Project posted the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Reintroduced Female Wolf 2504 Shot, Apparently Mistaken for Coyote
Colorado's lax regulations on killing coyotes led to the death of another reintroduced wolf
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DENVER -- Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced this morning that they have concluded their investigation into the killing of reintroduced wolf 2504 and determined that the wolf was shot by a hunter who thought she was a coyote. Coyotes can be killed year-round in Colorado, including using methods outlawed for otherspecies, such as leghold traps. Leghold traps set to catch and kill coyotes resulted in the death of reintroduced female wolf 2512 in May of last year, and the death of naturally dispersing male wolf in 2024. A recent report found that these traps pose a serious threat to Colorado's wildlife.
"This may be just a tragic case of misidentification, but shows how the huge regulatory gap around coyote killing results in the death of endangered wolves," said Delaney Rudy, Colorado Director for Western Watersheds Project. "The permissive rules for killing coyotes are a serious threat to Colorado's wolf program and to the recovery of the endangered gray wolf nationwide."
The US Fish and Wildlife Service's 10(j) rule, which designates Colorado's wolves as a "nonessential, experimental population" explicitly excludes mistaken identity from the exemption for incidental take, but the federal government has been reluctant to prosecute mistaken identity cases because of the Department of Justice's so-called McKittrick policy, which requires the government to prove the killers intentionally took an endangered species. CPW has not indicated that they will be pursuing any legal accountability for the killing of wolf 2504.
"Since wolves returned to Colorado, I've been concerned something like this would happen," said Mark Surls, Colorado and Northern Rockies Coordinator for Project Coyote. "At an individual level, there's little difference between a wolf and a coyote -- both want to be healthy and alive, both feel pain, both have families. This deadly case of mistaken identity is the predictable result of a coyote hunting season with almost no guardrails."
"Colorado has an opportunity to demonstrate that our vision of restoring the wild, of restoring wolves, to our state is in fact attainable," said Delia Malone, ecologist and Board President of ColoradoWild. "After the human killing of numerous wolves, the need to revamp our Wolf Management Plan to one that is fair to wolves, is obvious and urgent."
Colorado cannot claim to champion wolf recovery while leaving the door wide open for wolves to be killed as collateral damage. CPW must shorten the coyote season and enact a zero-tolerance policy for wolf killing, intentional or not, before this happens again.
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Original text here: https://www.westernwatersheds.org/2026/08/reintroduced-female-wolf-2504-shot-apparently-mistaken-for-coyote/
[Category: Environment]
Trust for Public Land Statement on Passage of Federal Appropriations Spending Bill
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 12 -- The Trust for Public Land issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Trust for Public Land Statement on Passage of Federal Appropriations Spending Bill
Washington, D.C. -- The U.S. Senate approved a stopgap funding bill (H.R. 6500) by a vote of 90-6 on Saturday morning, which would extend current federal appropriations from September 30th through December 11th. The bill included a provision to delay implementation of proposed changes to the White House Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Uniform Guidance--a proposal that would politicize
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 12 -- The Trust for Public Land issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Trust for Public Land Statement on Passage of Federal Appropriations Spending Bill
Washington, D.C. -- The U.S. Senate approved a stopgap funding bill (H.R. 6500) by a vote of 90-6 on Saturday morning, which would extend current federal appropriations from September 30th through December 11th. The bill included a provision to delay implementation of proposed changes to the White House Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Uniform Guidance--a proposal that would politicizethe federal grantmaking process. The OMB changes were originally slated to go into effect on October 1st but would be delayed under the stopgap until its expiration in December.
Bart Johnsen-Harris, Director of Federal Climate Change Policy at Trust for Public Land, issued the following statement:
"We applaud the Senate's passage of a bipartisan funding bill that would avert a government shutdown that can needlessly harm communities, and damage parks and public lands.
We also appreciate the inclusion of a measure to delay OMB's effort to undermine the integrity of the federal grants process that could redirect funds away from merit-based projects and block critical resources for those in need. TPL works closely with communities to pursue access to the joys and benefits of nature - often leveraging federal and local investments to advance their vision - and this proposed rulemaking injects unnecessary uncertainty for communities across the country. We appreciate Chair Susan Collins and Ranking Member Patty Murray for their leadership to delay implementation as they seek a more permanent fix.
We urge quick approval by the U.S. House when they return."
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About Trust for Public Land
Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a national nonprofit that works to connect everyone to the benefits and joys of the outdoors. As a leader in equitable access to the outdoors, TPL works with communities to create parks and protect public land where they are needed most. Since 1972, TPL has protected more than 4 million acres of public land, created more than 5,504 parks, trails, schoolyards, and iconic outdoor places, raised $112 billion in public funding for parks and public lands, and connected nearly 10 million people to the outdoors. To learn more, visit tpl.org.
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Original text here: https://www.tpl.org/media-room/trust-for-public-land-statement-on-passage-of-federal-appropriations-spending-bill
[Category: Environment]
Salvation Army International: Chief of the Staff Calls Salvationists to Renewed Mission in Liberia
LONDON, England, Aug. 12 -- The Salvation Army International issued the following news on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Chief of the Staff calls Salvationists to renewed mission in Liberia
Growth and renewal a highlight of international leaders' visit
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Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill and World Secretary for Women's Ministries Commissioner Shelley Hill encouraged Salvationists to deepen their faith and renew their commitment to mission during a visit to Liberia from 21 to 27 July 2026.
The six-day visit brought together officers, soldiers, employees, students and delegates from Liberia,
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LONDON, England, Aug. 12 -- The Salvation Army International issued the following news on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Chief of the Staff calls Salvationists to renewed mission in Liberia
Growth and renewal a highlight of international leaders' visit
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Chief of the Staff Commissioner Edward Hill and World Secretary for Women's Ministries Commissioner Shelley Hill encouraged Salvationists to deepen their faith and renew their commitment to mission during a visit to Liberia from 21 to 27 July 2026.
The six-day visit brought together officers, soldiers, employees, students and delegates from Liberia,Sierra Leone and Guinea for worship, fellowship, leadership discussions and a Territorial Congress.
Encouragement for mission and service
Commissioners Hill were welcomed at Roberts International Airport by Territorial Commander Lieut-Colonel Luka Khayumbi, Territorial President of Women's Ministries Lieut-Colonel Rasoa Khayumbi, officers, soldiers and the Territorial Band. Speaking to local media, the commissioners described the visit as pastoral, intended to encourage Salvationists and gain a deeper understanding of the Army's evangelical, social and community ministries across the territory.
At territorial headquarters, they received updates on ministry across the three countries, met members of the Territorial Governance Board and participated in the dedication of a new Salvation Army facility.
They also met representatives from Salvation Army schools, health facilities and community programmes. The Chief thanked employees for demonstrating Christ's love through their service to vulnerable children, families and communities.
During an Officers' Council, he challenged officers to remain faithful to their calling, prioritise spiritual growth and pursue greater effectiveness in mission.
Standing firm in faith
At the welcome meeting, the Chief spoke on the theme A Soldier for Christ, based on 1 Corinthians 15:57-58. He urged Salvationists to be obedient, loyal and disciplined followers of Jesus, confident in the victory found through Christ.
Separate rallies for men and women provided further opportunities for teaching and fellowship. Speaking from Psalm 40:1-3, Commissioner Edward Hill encouraged the men to remain steadfast through difficult seasons and trust in God's sustaining grace. Commissioner Shelley Hill called the women to deepen their commitment to Christ and continue serving faithfully in their churches, families and communities.
Young people gathered for a Youth and Children's Rally, while delegates later celebrated the Territory's cultural diversity through music, dance and worship during a Cultural Night and Traditional Festival Praise Meeting.
Lives committed to God
The visit reached its climax on Sunday 26 July, when more than 800 people attended the Territorial Congress.
Following a public March of Witness, the Chief spoke from Romans 12:1-2, calling Salvationists to pursue holiness, strengthen their discipleship and remain committed to God's mission in a changing world. He emphasised the centrality of the Cross as the foundation of Christian faith, worship and service, while Commissioner Shelley Hill encouraged the congregation to reflect the love and compassion of Christ.
During the service, 141 recruits were enrolled as soldiers, publicly affirming their faith and commitment to God and The Salvation Army. A further 107 people came forward to renew their covenant with God, while 16 soldiers responded to the call to officership and expressed their willingness to be considered for full-time ministry.
Before departing Liberia, the Commissioners met territorial leaders to reflect on the visit and discuss opportunities for continued ministry growth. The week of worship, fellowship and spiritual renewal strengthened relationships across the Territory and encouraged Salvationists to continue bringing hope, transforming lives and serving communities in the name of Jesus Christ.
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Original text here: https://www.salvationarmy.org/news/chief-staff-calls-salvationists-renewed-mission-liberia
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Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meets in Seattle to Discuss Approval of Draft Ninth Northwest Regional Power Plan
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 12 -- Earthjustice posted the following news release:
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Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meets in Seattle to Discuss Approval of Draft Ninth Northwest Regional Power Plan
Energy and conservation groups urge the Council to prioritize clean energy resources, affordability, and reliability for the region
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Seattle, WA -- On Tuesday, August 11, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council meets in Seattle to discuss the approval of the draft Ninth Northwest Regional Power Plan for release and public comment.
The Council is composed of members representing
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SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 12 -- Earthjustice posted the following news release:
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Northwest Power and Conservation Council Meets in Seattle to Discuss Approval of Draft Ninth Northwest Regional Power Plan
Energy and conservation groups urge the Council to prioritize clean energy resources, affordability, and reliability for the region
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Seattle, WA -- On Tuesday, August 11, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council meets in Seattle to discuss the approval of the draft Ninth Northwest Regional Power Plan for release and public comment.
The Council is composed of members representingthe states of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, and is directed by the Northwest Power Act to update the plan every five years to ensure an adequate, efficient, economical, and reliable power supply for the region while mitigating adverse impacts on fish and wildlife. The plan steers how the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), utilities, and regional decision makers choose the resources needed to meet the Northwest's electricity demand. At a time of surging demand, affordability challenges and climate change-related pressures, it is more important than ever that the Council and the 9th Plan direct the region to a cleaner and more affordable and reliable energy future.
The Northwest is facing skyrocketing energy demand over the next 20 years, due to expansion of data centers and high-tech industries, building electrification, and electric vehicles, and population growth. As a region, our electricity demand has been fairly flat for the past few decades thanks to energy efficiency and conservation. However, this new load growth will be larger than conservation alone can cover, and we need to make sure the majority of new resources built are clean in order to protect people, fish and wildlife, and the planet. A diverse portfolio of mostly renewable resources, and the prioritization of energy efficiency, demand response, and storage, will help the region in the long run to ensure bills are affordable, keep the lights on, and meet our climate goals.
"In this time of uncertainty, it is essential for the Council to lead and show the best path forward for the region on energy, fish and wildlife protection, as they are mandated to do by the Northwest Power Act," said Tamara Kennedy, executive director of the NW Energy Coalition. "With the multiple pressures on our region, from the urgent need for affordability to drought and wildfires, the stakes could not be higher for the Ninth Power Plan, and we need to get it right. We are grateful for the Council's leadership and look to their authority on power planning to steer us in the right direction as a region. We are facing a lot of challenges at once, but we also know we have the diverse resources we need to protect people, fish and wildlife, and we just need to accelerate."
"With dramatic changes on the horizon for our Northwest energy system, it's time for a powerful roadmap to ensure sustainability and reliability," said Amanda Goodin, attorney with Earthjustice. "We need a bold vision. An energy future that is cleaner, more efficient, and less harmful to our iconic salmon is possible -- and it starts with clear accountability for Bonneville Power Administration to help instead of hinder this transition. This is our chance to plan for the future we need; it's no time for half-measures."
"Many endangered wild salmon and steelhead populations in the Columbia Basin today are less than 1% of historic levels, and 2026 adult returns are shaping up to be some of the lowest on record. Now more than ever, we need to develop a regional energy plan that advances reliable affordable clean energy, while also upholding our promises to Northwest Tribes and communities reliant on healthy fisheries -- and protect and restore abundant salmon and steelhead populations in the basin," said Joseph Bogaard, executive director of the Save Our wild Salmon Coalition. "The Save Our wild Salmon Coalition looks forward to working with the Council to build upon its draft Ninth Power Plan to ensure it addresses the energy needs of our region and advances the comprehensive solutions necessary to rebuild salmon and steelhead populations."
As part of the planning process, the Council seeks feedback from stakeholders to consider their opinions and needs before issuing the final version of the plan, and the Ninth Power Plan comment period is expected from mid-August to mid-October 2026. The NW Energy Coalition will be hosting a public webinar on August 24 on how to make your voice heard on the power plan and will be helping members of the public engage in the comment process. Learn more about the Ninth Northwest Regional Power Plan.
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About Earthjustice
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people's health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
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Original text here: https://earthjustice.org/press/2026/northwest-power-and-conservation-council-meets-in-seattle-to-discuss-approval-of-draft-ninth-northwest-regional-power-plan
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CAIR-San Diego Condemns Hate Vandalism Targeting Residence of Jewish Fraternity Members
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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CAIR-San Diego Condemns Hate Vandalism Targeting Residence of Jewish Fraternity Members
The San Diego office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-San Diego), a chapter of the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned antisemitic hate graffiti - including Nazi swastikas and "KKK" - targeting a private residence housing members of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity and expressed solidarity with Jewish students and community
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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CAIR-San Diego Condemns Hate Vandalism Targeting Residence of Jewish Fraternity Members
The San Diego office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-San Diego), a chapter of the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned antisemitic hate graffiti - including Nazi swastikas and "KKK" - targeting a private residence housing members of the Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity and expressed solidarity with Jewish students and communitymembers facing hate and intimidation.
CAIR-San Diego Executive Director Tazheen Nizam said:
"We condemn this hateful act of antisemitic vandalism in the strongest terms. No student or community member should be subjected to harassment, intimidation or hatred because of their religious or ethnic identity.
"We urge the university community and law enforcement to take all incidents of hate vandalism seriously, support those targeted, and work to ensure that all students can live, study and participate in campus life without fear."
She said CAIR and the American Muslim community stand in solidarity with all those challenging antisemitism, systemic anti-Black racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, white supremacy, and all other forms of bigotry.
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CAIR-San Diego is a chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization. CAIR's mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
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Original text here: https://www.cair.com/press_releases/cair-san-diego-condemns-hate-vandalism-targeting-residence-of-jewish-fraternity-members/
[Category: Sociological]
CAIR Applauds Sen. Van Hollen's Call for U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee to Resign
WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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CAIR Applauds Sen. Van Hollen's Call for U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee to Resign
The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today expressed support for U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen's call for U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee to resign, citing concerns about his failure to adequately defend American citizens and interests while serving in Israel.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026:
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CAIR Applauds Sen. Van Hollen's Call for U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee to Resign
The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today expressed support for U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen's call for U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee to resign, citing concerns about his failure to adequately defend American citizens and interests while serving in Israel.
VIDEO: U.S. Sen. Van HollenCalls for Huckabee's Resignation (https://www.instagram.com/reel/Db3boiJQT1r/?igsh=MTIxajNmbTZsdG9wcg%3D%3D)
Sen. Van Hollen recently stated that an American ambassador's responsibility is to "protect and defend the citizens and interests of the United States," and that Mr. Huckabee has instead become a "mouthpiece for the Israeli government" as violence escalates in the occupied West Bank and Israeli extremists openly promote plans for a so-called "Greater Israel."
In a statement, CAIR's Maryland Director Zainab Chaudry said:
"We agree with Senator Van Hollen, an American ambassador represents the United States, not the government to which he is assigned, and certainly not an ideological project rooted in dispossession, occupation and religious extremism.
"Ambassador Huckabee's tenure has raised legitimate concerns about his inability to protect Americans' interests, particularly Palestinian Americans, with the same urgency and determination that should be afforded to every U.S. citizen abroad.
"American passports do not come with an asterisk excluding Palestinian Americans from equal protection. If nine Americans were killed in another foreign territory without accountability, Washington would rightly demand answers. Palestinian-American families deserve exactly the same commitment.
"American citizenship cannot mean one thing in Europe and another in Palestine. When Americans are killed, attacked or threatened overseas, our government has a duty to demand credible investigations and accountability regardless of who the alleged perpetrators are.
"An ambassador should be prepared to challenge a foreign government when American lives, rights and national interests are at stake. Mr. Huckabee has made it abundantly clear that he's unwilling to do that because of his personal ideological and theological allegiance to the Israeli government's agenda."
CAIR noted that Sen. Van Hollen and dozens of Senate colleagues have previously raised concerns about the deaths of multiple American citizens in the occupied West Bank and the lack of meaningful accountability in those cases.
Those killed by Israeli forces have included Palestinian Americans, American activists and journalists whose families have repeatedly sought answers and justice from U.S. officials.
CAIR said the issue extends beyond individual cases and reflects a broader question about whether U.S. officials apply equal standards to American citizens regardless of ethnicity, religion or where an alleged killing occurs.
CAIR also criticized Mr. Huckabee's history of invoking religious and biblical claims in discussions of Palestinian land and Israeli territorial expansion.
The Muslim civil rights organization said U.S. foreign policy must be grounded in American law, human rights and national interests rather than the personal theological beliefs of individual officials.
CAIR said the United States must also oppose escalating Israeli settler violence, forced displacement, illegal settlement expansion and rhetoric calling for the annexation of additional Palestinian and Arab territory.
The organization called on the Trump administration and the State Department to ensure that American diplomatic personnel vigorously defend the rights and safety of all U.S. citizens abroad and do not subordinate those responsibilities to the interests of any foreign government.
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CAIR is America's largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
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Original text here: https://www.cair.com/press_releases/cair-applauds-sen-van-hollens-call-for-u-s-ambassador-mike-huckabee-to-resign/
[Category: Sociological]
