Democrats under fire over New Jersey candidate’s ties to 1993 World Trade Center bombing: Guy Benson
Democratic congressional candidate Adam Hamawy is facing scrutiny over his past ties to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Columnist Guy Benson raised concerns about Hamawy's previous associations and activities, including his work with a nonprofit later linked to al Qaeda. The controversy highlights potential political ramifications for the Democratic Party as they consider Hamawy's candidacy in New Jersey.
- ▪Adam Hamawy has been criticized for his connections to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing and his role as an interpreter for the convicted terrorist leader Omar Abdel-Rahman.
- ▪Hamawy volunteered for a nonprofit organization that was shut down for providing logistical support to al Qaeda.
- ▪Concerns have been raised about Hamawy's overseas activities and their implications for his candidacy in a state significantly affected by the events of 9/11.
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Washington Examiner columnist Guy Benson raised questions about New Jersey Democratic congressional candidate Adam Hamawy and his ties to the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. Benson argued that Hamawy’s earlier legal and international work revelations could pose political problems for Democrats. Recommended Stories Thune calls out ‘bizarre’ copycat candidate in Dan Sullivan Senate race: ‘Designed to confuse’ Guy Benson: Is the Democrats’ Socialist makeover a death wish? Graham Platner ends trip to DC and NYC early after media showed up at family’s house In 1994, Hamawy volunteered in Bosnia with a Chicago-based nonprofit group called the “Benevolence International Foundation,” which was later shut down for providing “logistical support” to al Qaeda.
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