MIDDLE EAST FORUM

H.R. 8800 National Defense Authorization Act FY2027 - In support of Section 1216 - Extension of Limitation on Availability of Funds for the Iraqi Security Forces. S. 4784 National Defense Authorization Act FY2027 - In support of Section 1214 - Extension and Modification of Authority to Provide Assistance to Counter the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.

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Matched citations: S. 4784

Department of State Authorization Act FY2027: In support of S. Amdt. 6559 to S.4784 - Section 8622. Office of the Inspector General for Foreign Assistance In support of S. 3900 -Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 Opposed removing Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation. Supported HR 3307 -Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act- supporting 3+1 framework. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. Advocated for a resolution to conduct a feasibility study of closing U.S. military bases in Spain. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations requests to support labor strikes in Iran and provide resources to encourage Iranian military/political defections. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations request to improve vetting and transparency to foreign assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. Advocated for the legislation and executive action designating of Jamaat-e-Islami factions in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

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Matched citations: HR 3307

H.R. 8236 - the Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act: Assisted in conceptualizing legislation and advocated for co-sponsors for a bill directing the Treasury Department to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. Consulted with State Department and USAID Office of the Inspector General on debarment of terror-linked organizations. Identified Department of Health and Human Services grants to extremist organizations, including nonprofits with links to Foreign Terrorist Organizations. Shared with HHS officials, advocated for recissions and debarments. Worked with Congress to advocate for debarments.

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Matched citations: H.R. 8236

H.R. 8800 National Defense Authorization Act FY2027 - In support of Section 1216 - Extension of Limitation on Availability of Funds for the Iraqi Security Forces. Department of Labor, Health and Human Service, Education, and Related Programs Appropriations Act FY2027: Appropriations request asking to prohibit organizations based on certain conditions, such as terrorism links, participation in illegal student encampments, and foreign influence. Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act FY2027: Appropriations request to prohibit DHS funding to terror-linked and extremist organizations.

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Matched citations: H.R. 8800

Department of State Authorization Act FY2027: In support of S. Amdt. 6559 to S.4784 - Section 8622. Office of the Inspector General for Foreign Assistance In support of S. 3900 -Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 Opposed removing Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation. Supported HR 3307 -Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act- supporting 3+1 framework. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. Advocated for a resolution to conduct a feasibility study of closing U.S. military bases in Spain. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations requests to support labor strikes in Iran and provide resources to encourage Iranian military/political defections. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations request to improve vetting and transparency to foreign assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. Advocated for the legislation and executive action designating of Jamaat-e-Islami factions in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: S. 3900

Department of State Authorization Act FY2027: In support of S. Amdt. 6559 to S.4784 - Section 8622. Office of the Inspector General for Foreign Assistance In support of S. 3900 -Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026 Opposed removing Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation. Supported HR 3307 -Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act- supporting 3+1 framework. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. Advocated for a resolution to conduct a feasibility study of closing U.S. military bases in Spain. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations requests to support labor strikes in Iran and provide resources to encourage Iranian military/political defections. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations request to improve vetting and transparency to foreign assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. Advocated for the legislation and executive action designating of Jamaat-e-Islami factions in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: S.4784

HR 3307 -Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act- supporting 3+1 framework. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. Requested new legislation to close U.S. military bases in Spain unless it reopens airspace and military infrastructure to American armed forces; halts sensitive dual use exports to Iran; and one additional condition, such as sanctioning the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corp or increasing NATO obligations. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations requests to support labor strikes in Iran and provide resources to encourage Iranian military/political defections. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations request to increase the U.S. Agency for International Development budget to $80 million. National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs FY2027: Appropriations request to improve vetting and transparency to foreign assistance in Gaza and the West Bank. NDAA FY2027 - Supported section to further reduce or eliminate funding to Iraqi military if it continued supported Iran-backed militias; supported more funding for US-Israel partnerships in emerging technologies; opposed efforts to repeal Caesar Act sanctions. NDAA FY2027 - Requested the creation of a Foreign Assistance Inspector General, previously the U.S. Agency for International Development Inspector General, to provide oversight of all foreign aid from federal agencies. Advocated for designations of Muslim Brotherhood factions in several countries. Advocated for the designation of Jamaat-e-Islami factions in Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh.

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Matched citations: HR 3307

H.R. 8236 - the Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act: Assisted in conceptualizing legislation and advocated for co-sponsors for a bill directing the Treasury Department to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist.

Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: H.R. 8236

HR 3307 -Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act- supporting 3+1 framework. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. HR 4427 - Syria Sanctions Accountability Act, support efforts to keep Caesar Act sanctions in place. NDAA 2026 - Supported section to reduce funding to Iraqi military if it continued supported Iran-backed militias; supported more funding for US-Israel partnerships in emerging technologies; opposed efforts to repeal Caesar Act sanctions. Provided research and opposed nomination of US Ambassador to Kuwait. Advocated for designations of Muslim Brotherhood factions in several countries. Iran nuclear nonproliferation and hostile influence education.

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Matched citations: HR 3307

HR 3307 -Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act- supporting 3+1 framework. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. HR 4427 - Syria Sanctions Accountability Act, support efforts to keep Caesar Act sanctions in place. NDAA 2026 - Supported section to reduce funding to Iraqi military if it continued supported Iran-backed militias; supported more funding for US-Israel partnerships in emerging technologies; opposed efforts to repeal Caesar Act sanctions. Provided research and opposed nomination of US Ambassador to Kuwait. Advocated for designations of Muslim Brotherhood factions in several countries. Iran nuclear nonproliferation and hostile influence education.

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Matched citations: HR 4427

Influence Act, an unfiled bill which seeks to prohibit federal student aid to students who travel abroad and participate in foreign propaganda on behalf of countries of concern. Urged Senate office to push the Department of Education to initiate Title VI of the Higher Education Act; monitor foreign travel among professors and senior researchers; urge universities to conduct investigations of professors with known ties to foreign adversaries. S.1136 - the DETERRENT Act, a bill to improve monitoring and transparency around foreign influence in higher education.

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Matched citations: S.1136

H.R. 1048/S. 1296: Defending Education Transparency and Ending Rogue Regimes Engaging in Nefarious Transactions Act or the DETERRENT Act. This legislation seeks to counter malign foreign influences in higher education by improving transparency and accountability of foreign gifts and contracts to colleges and universities. Published and disseminated a report on Qatari government influence at Northwestern University, documenting potential terrorism ties among university faculty. The report was distributed to Congress and executive branch officials along with policy recommendations, such as supporting the DETERRENT Act and banning educational partnerships from Qatar. Assisted House Education and Workforce Committee ahead of a August 5, 2025 hearings involving questions about antisemitism on Northwestern University's campus. Supported a bill in the early stages of adoption that is referred to as the Influence Act, which seeks to deny federal student aid to students who travel abroad and participate in foreign propaganda on behalf of countries of concern.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: H.R. 1048

H.R. 1048/S. 1296: Defending Education Transparency and Ending Rogue Regimes Engaging in Nefarious Transactions Act or the DETERRENT Act. This legislation seeks to counter malign foreign influences in higher education by improving transparency and accountability of foreign gifts and contracts to colleges and universities. Published and disseminated a report on Qatari government influence at Northwestern University, documenting potential terrorism ties among university faculty. The report was distributed to Congress and executive branch officials along with policy recommendations, such as supporting the DETERRENT Act and banning educational partnerships from Qatar. Assisted House Education and Workforce Committee ahead of a August 5, 2025 hearings involving questions about antisemitism on Northwestern University's campus. Supported a bill in the early stages of adoption that is referred to as the Influence Act, which seeks to deny federal student aid to students who travel abroad and participate in foreign propaganda on behalf of countries of concern.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: S. 1296

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

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Matched citations: HR 1229

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

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Matched citations: HR 2581

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

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Matched citations: HR 2614

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

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Matched citations: HR 2658

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: HR 3307

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: S. 554

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: HR 1229

HR 3307 - Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act, supporting the 3+1 partnership between the US, Greece, Cypress, and Israel. Advocating got the IMEC corridor through Israel and Greece. HR 2581- Iranian Terror Prevention Act; HR 2658 - Free Iraq from Iran Act; HR 2614 - Maximum Support Act: advocated for these bills by organizing grassroots outreach via constituent letters, drafting an opinion article, and meeting with Congressional staff. HR 1229/S. 554 - United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act: Supported bill to back greater sharing of technology between these countries. Launched letter-writing campaign. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: —

Matched citations: HR 2581