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Investigation Launched on MAS Fundraiser Tied to Hamas

1/24/2026

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The Muslim American Society (MAS) hosted a Brooklyn fundraiser on January 18 selling merchandise linked to Hamas and designated terror groups.
MAS has received $265,000 in taxpayer funds from the New York City Council, which is now under investigation.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin paused $80,000 in funding pending a review.
Councilwoman Inna Vernikov criticized taxpayer misuse and urged tighter vetting of funded organizations.

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Story summary

The Muslim American Society (MAS) hosted a Brooklyn fundraiser on January 18 selling merchandise linked to Hamas and designated terror groups.
MAS has received $265,000 in taxpayer funds from the New York City Council, which is now under investigation.
New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin paused $80,000 in funding pending a review.
Councilwoman Inna Vernikov criticized taxpayer misuse and urged tighter vetting of funded organizations.