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Muslim and Interfaith Leaders Urge Gov. Abbott to Withdraw CAIR Terrorist DesignationTexas Governor Greg Abbott is facing growing pushback after issuing a November 18, 2025 proclamation labeling the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as “foreign terrorist organizations.”The designation—which restricts CAIR from purchasing property in Texas and permits heightened state scrutiny—has sparked widespread condemnation from Muslim leaders, civil rights organizations, and interfaith coalitions.CAIR and several advocacy groups have filed a lawsuit, arguing Abbott’s action is unconstitutional and violates the rights of American Muslims. Faith leaders representing multiple religious traditions have also criticized the proclamation, calling it defamatory, harmful, and unsupported by public evidence.The legal challenge is now moving forward as community groups continue calling on the governor to withdraw the designation.