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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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MIDDLE EAST FORUM via MIDDLE EAST FORUM
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
National Defense Authorization Act FY2027: Authorization request for U.S. Central Command to launch an enhanced information operations and counter-propaganda pilot program.
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 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 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.
Source: Senate LDA
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.
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 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 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.
Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
H.R. 8236 - the Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act: 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. Assisted in drafting and designing legislation directing the Treasury Department to designate a domestic organization as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist and establishing procedures for protecting houses of worship and beneficiary institutions engaged in property-holding interests with designated groups. Consulted with Department of Homeland Security 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.
Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act of 2026
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: 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.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: 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. 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.
Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: 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.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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 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 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.
H.R. 1048: 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.
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.
United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Syria Sanctions Accountability Act of 2025
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
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.
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.
United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025
Client: MIDDLE EAST FORUM · Firm: MIDDLE EAST FORUM
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.
HR 5933/S 3362: DETERRENT Act: Advocating to bring greater transparency and accountability to foreign funding of higher education.
HR 5933/S 3362: DETERRENT Act: Advocating to bring greater transparency and accountability to foreign funding of higher education. Section 117 of the Higher Education Act: Advocated to reverse the dismantling of reporting requirements by the Department of Education, such as the removal of an interactive data table.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
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HR 6408/S 4136: Advocated to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
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HR 6408/S 4136: Advocated to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act
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H.R. 9495: Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act. Advocated to pass the House version and lobbied the Senate to introduce a Senate version of the same bill.
HR 5933/S 3362: DETERRENT Act: Advocating to bring greater transparency and accountability to foreign funding of higher education. Section 117 of the Higher Education Act: Advocated to reverse the dismantling of reporting requirements by the Department of Education, such as the removal of an interactive data table.
HR 5933/S 3362: DETERRENT Act: Advocating to bring greater transparency and accountability to foreign funding of higher education.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
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HR 6408/S 4136: Advocated to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
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HR 6408/S 4136: Advocated to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
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.
H.R. 8236 - the Designating Hamas Affiliates in America Act: 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. Assisted in drafting and designing legislation directing the Treasury Department to designate a domestic organization as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist and establishing procedures for protecting houses of worship and beneficiary institutions engaged in property-holding interests with designated groups. Consulted with Department of Homeland Security 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.
Identified compliance gaps in nonprofit organizations involved in political activities and advocated for 501(c) reforms and enforcement.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
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2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Defense Appropriations Act FY2027: Appropriations request to prioritize National Intelligence Program resources through the Central Intelligence Agency for Iranian labor strikes and to encourage Iranian military/political defections.
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.
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.
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.
National Defense Authorization Act FY2027: Authorization request for U.S. Central Command to launch an enhanced information operations and counter-propaganda pilot program.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
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2026 · first_quarter · Q1
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.
Defense Appropriations Act FY2027: Appropriations request to prioritize National Intelligence Program resources through the Central Intelligence Agency for Iranian labor strikes and to encourage Iranian military/political defections.
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. 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. Consulted with State Department and USAID Office of the Inspector General on debarment of terror-linked organizations. Consulted with the Department of Homeland Security on debarment of terror-linked organizations.
National Defense Authorization Act FY2027: Authorization request for U.S. Central Command to launch an enhanced information operations and counter-propaganda pilot program.
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.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
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.
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.
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. Consulted with State Department on debarment of terror-linked organization.
Advocated for improved vetting of Afghan immigrants.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
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.
U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey. Promoted new legislation to levy sanctions on countries that host Hamas political leadership. Advocated for sanctions on Iran-backed militias in Iraq. Iran nuclear nonproliferation and hostile influence education.
DHS Spending Report- Published and distributed a report that showed DHS/FEMA spending through three grant programs that supported extremist groups. Programs included the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Countering Violent Extremism, and Disaster Relief grants. A total of $25 million went to radical U.S. nonprofits. Suggested vetting and appropriations reforms. Consulted with member of the Homeland Security Advisory Council on Counter-Violent Extremism program.
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.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE
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2025 · second_quarter · 2A
DHS Spending Report- Shared an internal report that showed DHS/FEMA spending through three grant programs that supported extremist groups. Programs included the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Countering Violent Extremism, and Disaster Relief grants. A total of $25 million went to radical U.S. nonprofits. Suggested vetting and appropriations reforms.
Shared findings about partnership deals between a U.S. quantum computing firm, a foreign government, and a foreign company with ties to extremism. The U.S. company shared research with a foreign government lab that was run by Iranian and Chinese scientists, risking sensitive quantum technologies.
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
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. Georgetown report on Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Christian-Muslim Understanding (AMCU): This Middle East Forum study of AMCU's extremist faculty and ties to foreign governments was used to inform lawmakers about possible violations of Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 due to the use of nonprofits to skirt reporting requirements related to foreign gifts. The report also outlined vetting and transparency reforms needed to keep extremism out of higher education.
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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2025 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1048: 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.
Foreign Ambassador appointment: Informed Congress and executive branch officials regarding national security concerns related to the South African ambassador to the United States. Presidential appointments: Prepared and distributed background information and confirmation questions to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee regarding ambassador and State Department appointments. USAID reform: Educated policymakers regarding U.S. Agency for International Development funding of terror-linked charities. Syria policy: Advocated for enduring support of U.S. allies and "vetted Syrian groups and individuals." U.S.-Turkey arms deal: Educated policymakers regarding concerns with a potential sale of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey.
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2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Advocated foreign policy in Syria following the removal of Bashar Al Assad. Specifically, asked to sanction Turkey unless it agreed to a lasting ceasefire in Syria; hold Turkey accountable for war crimes and human rights abuses of its Syrian National Army proxies; requested support for the Syrian Democratic Forces; asked to safeguard ethnic and religious minorities; and requested to keep terrorist designation in place for Hayat Tahrir al-Sham.
HR 5933/S 3362: DETERRENT Act: Advocating to bring greater transparency and accountability to foreign funding of higher education. Section 117 of the Higher Education Act: Advocated to reverse the dismantling of reporting requirements by the Department of Education, such as the removal of an interactive data table.
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2024 · third_quarter · Q3
HR 6408/S 4136: Advocated to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
HR 5933/S 3362: DETERRENT Act: Advocating to bring greater transparency and accountability to foreign funding of higher education.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Called for recissions related to USAID spending that we previously identified as funding problematic, terror-linked groups.
Advocated for increased to Counter-ISIS Train and Equip Fund (CTEF) in annual National Defense Authorization Act.
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. Georgetown report on Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Christian-Muslim Understanding (AMCU): This Middle East Forum study of AMCU's extremist faculty and ties to foreign governments was used to inform lawmakers about possible violations of Section 117 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 due to the use of nonprofits to skirt reporting requirements related to foreign gifts. The report also outlined vetting and transparency reforms needed to keep extremism out of higher education.
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.
Filing targets: Education, Dept of, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of
DHS Spending Report- Shared an internal report that showed DHS/FEMA spending through three grant programs that supported extremist groups. Programs included the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. Countering Violent Extremism, and Disaster Relief grants. A total of $25 million went to radical U.S. nonprofits. Suggested vetting and appropriations reforms.
Shared findings about partnership deals between a U.S. quantum computing firm, a foreign government, and a foreign company with ties to extremism. The U.S. company shared research with a foreign government lab that was run by Iranian and Chinese scientists, risking sensitive quantum technologies.
Called for recissions related to USAID spending that we previously identified as funding problematic, terror-linked groups.
Advocated for increased to Counter-ISIS Train and Equip Fund (CTEF) in annual National Defense Authorization Act.
Filing targets: Education, Dept of, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), White House Office
HR 6408/S 4136: Advocated to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
H.R. 9495: Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act. Advocated to pass the House version and lobbied the Senate to introduce a Senate version of the same bill.
Filing targets: Education, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, White House Office