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On April 2, 2022 By MPAC
Publications – Policy Papers: Support the NO BAN Act – April 10, 2019 https://www.mpac.org/publications/policy-papers/support-the-no-ban-act.php A Nation of Immigrants – September 17, 2013 https://www.mpac.org/publications/policy-papers/a-nation-of-immigrants.php Muslims and the Making of America – February 7, 2013 https://www.mpac.org/publications/policy-papers/muslims-and-the-making-of-america.php Ineffective & Unjust: Fixing Our Nation’s Broken Immigration System – November 23,…
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Former LAPD Deputy Chief: “ICE Agents Are Not Police”

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati
On August 25, 2026 By MPAC
In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, former LAPD Deputy Chief Mike Downing speaks candidly about why Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents wearing "POLICE" labels damages public trust. With 35 years of law enforcement experience, Downing breaks down how authentic community policing is grounded in outreach, partnership, and prevention - principles entirely missing from ICE's aggressive tactics. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC®) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Fact-Checking Elon Musk

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Western Values
On July 30, 2026 By MPAC
In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati directly addresses Elon Musk's recent comments regarding Muslims, media bias, and immigration. Citing a landmark 150-year study by Stanford and Northwestern using U.S. Census data, Salam points out that immigrants are actually 60% less likely to commit crimes than native-born citizens. Salam also calls out the hypocrisy of lecturing communities on "Western values" while turning a blind eye to human rights abuses globally. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Lindsey Graham Leaked Video, Elon Musk’s Anti-Muslim Comments & The War on Iran | MPAC Podcast

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati
US war powers
On July 29, 2026 By MPAC
In this episode of The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati reacts to two major viral clips shaping national discourse. First, Salam breaks down leaked Wall Street Journal footage of Senator Lindsey Graham gloating over military strikes in Iran. Salam addresses the constitutional failure of Congress to debate and declare war, the human cost of reckless escalation, and the dangerous hyperbole driving Washington’s foreign policy. Next, Salam responds to Elon Musk’s recent comments on The Economist regarding Muslims and immigration. Citing empirical research from Stanford and Northwestern Universities, Salam dismantles anti-immigrant rhetoric with facts, proving that immigrants are 60% less likely to commit crimes than native-born citizens. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:12 - Leaked Footage: Lindsey Graham Gloats Over Iran Strikes 01:51 - Constitutional War Powers & Congressional Failure 03:17 - Foreign Influence on U.S. Elections 04:01 - Fact-Checking Elon Musk on Media Bias & Immigration 05:47 - Stanford & Northwestern Research on Immigrant Crime Rates 06:12 - Deconstructing Modern Western Hypocrisy VIDEO CREDITS & MEDIA ATTRIBUTION: Leaked Lindsey Graham Footage: Wall Street Journal / Public Domain / News Reporting Usage Elon Musk Interview Segment: The Economist Disclaimer: This video contains commentary, news reporting, and educational critique of publicly available media assets under Fair Use guidelines. All copyright belongs to their respective owners. Subscribe & Follow: Subscribe to MPAC on YouTube for more policy breakdowns and reaction episodes. Learn more about our advocacy at [mpac.org]. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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ICE and the Rule of Law

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On February 11, 2026 By MPAC
Immigration enforcement is no longer a distant policy debate — it is shaping how power is exercised, how laws are applied, and how entire communities experience the rule of law. In this timely conversation, “ICE and the Rule of Law,” we examine the expanding authority of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the serious questions it raises about accountability, civil liberties, and constitutional protections. Joining the discussion: • Mike Downing, former Deputy Chief of the Los Angeles Police Department, who brings decades of law enforcement experience and insight into the responsible use of public authority. • Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General, who addresses the legal and civil-rights implications of unchecked enforcement power. Together, we explore how immigration enforcement policies are impacting trust in public institutions, what safeguards may be eroding, and what principled, justice-centered responses grounded in human dignity can look like in this moment. This conversation goes beyond politics. It asks fundamental questions: Are our laws being applied fairly? Are our institutions accountable to the people they serve? And how do we uphold both security and constitutional protections in a way that reflects our shared democratic values? Watch, engage, and join the dialogue. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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