The recent US strikes on Houthi facilities in Yemen, authorized by President Joe Biden, have significantly affected his support among Arab and Muslim voters, potentially impacting the upcoming presidential elections, according to Newsweek.
Activists from Muslim communities in the United States argue that these strikes, conducted without congressional approval, are viewed as illegal and perilous. Edward Ahmed Mitchell, Deputy Head of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), expressed concerns, stating that the actions may escalate tensions in the Middle East instead of fostering peace. Mitchell also noted that many are troubled by the perceived prioritization of commercial interests over the protection of civilians in conflict zones like Gaza.
Earlier reports highlighted the emergence of the #AbandonBiden campaign, initiated by Muslim community representatives in crucial swing states. The campaign urges voters not to re-elect President Biden, citing dissatisfaction with his handling of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. According to Jailani Hussain, head of CAIR's Minnesota chapter, a majority of diaspora representatives in his region have indicated they will not support the incumbent president in the upcoming election.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), established in 1994, is described as the largest Muslim advocacy organization in the United States, with a presence in various regions and its headquarters located on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. In November, the National Muslim Democratic Council (NMDC) and Democratic Party activists issued an ultimatum to President Biden, demanding intervention in the Gaza Strip to secure a ceasefire. Failure to act, the initiative warned, could lead to mobilization against Biden's re-election by a significant number of Muslim and Arab voters in the US.
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Based on materials from TASS