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Girl Scouts Defend Badge Programs After “Muslim Badges” Claim

8/26/2026

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Girl Scouts of the USA defended its badge programs after social-media criticism.
White House correspondent Natalie Winters claimed the organization offered “Muslim badges” that teach Islamic practices.
Girl Scouts said it is not a religious organization and does not teach religion.
The Islamic Committee on Girl Scouts provides religious recognition awards such as Ramadan, Hajj, and pillars of Islam.

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Girl Scouts of the USA defended its badge programs after social-media criticism.
White House correspondent Natalie Winters claimed the organization offered “Muslim badges” that teach Islamic practices.
Girl Scouts said it is not a religious organization and does not teach religion.
The Islamic Committee on Girl Scouts provides religious recognition awards such as Ramadan, Hajj, and pillars of Islam.