National Association of Muslim Police Faces Backlash Over Policy Paper

The National Association of Muslim Police (NAMP) is facing criticism after a policy paper it promoted was described by critics as containing antisemitic statements. The paper, titled "From Past Prejudices to Present Policies: Confronting Anti-Muslim Hatred and Promoting Human Rights," includes remarks by then-Vice President Khaldoun Kabbani, who characterizes Zionism as a viewpoint that fosters anti-Muslim hatred. The paper also labels the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) as a terrorist organization and suggests that their actions will eventually be recognized as terrorism. Critics, including Andrew Fox from the Henry Jackson Society, have condemned the paper for spreading what they call antisemitic lies. The paper has been challenged for its claims regarding the October 7 attacks by Hamas, with Kabbani stating that reports of casualties among children have been disputed. The Campaign Against Antisemitism has called for an investigation into the NAMP's leadership, suggesting that it may be influenced by extremist views. The National Police Chiefs’ Council has not publicly commented on the matter, and NAMP has not responded to inquiries regarding the paper.