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NYC Council Halts Funding Over Terror-Linked Fundraiser

1/27/2026

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New York City lawyers investigate a fundraiser at Muslim American Society youth center in Brooklyn.
Vendors sold merchandise supporting US-designated terrorist groups Hamas and Hezbollah, including keychains and stickers.
The New York City Council plans to block $80,000 in funding pending investigation, per Council Speaker Julie Menin.
The Thrift4Sudan event was promoted as a pop-up store with proceeds intended for Sudan, while activists have a history of selling pro-terror items.

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New York City lawyers investigate a fundraiser at Muslim American Society youth center in Brooklyn.
Vendors sold merchandise supporting US-designated terrorist groups Hamas and Hezbollah, including keychains and stickers.
The New York City Council plans to block $80,000 in funding pending investigation, per Council Speaker Julie Menin.
The Thrift4Sudan event was promoted as a pop-up store with proceeds intended for Sudan, while activists have a history of selling pro-terror items.