Hamawy faces GOP criticism over resurfaced Blind Sheikh trial links
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Updated · Fox News · May 5
Hamawy faces GOP criticism over resurfaced Blind Sheikh trial links
1 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 5
The New Jersey House Democratic frontrunner testified for Omar Abdel-Rahman’s defense in the 1990s and had known the cleric since 1991, according to court records cited in the report.
Republicans say the association raises questions about Hamawy’s judgment, while former prosecutor Andrew McCarthy said his testimony ultimately strengthened the government’s terrorism case against Abdel-Rahman.
Hamawy’s campaign calls the attacks guilt by association, citing his military service and treatment of 9/11 victims, as voters weigh the issue in a crowded primary to replace Bonnie Watson-Coleman.
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