BREAKING: ICE Detains British Journalist At SFO; CAIR Says Far-Right Pressure Triggered Hold

CAIR alleges British Muslim journalist Sami Hamdi was detained by ICE at San Francisco International Airport on Oct. 26 while on a U.S. speaking tour. The group claims the detention followed pressure from far-right activist Laura Loomer and was linked to Hamdi’s criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza. CAIR is demanding his immediate release and accountability from ICE and other officials. Local outlet KRON4 has also reported the detention, while Loomer posted on X claiming credit; ICE has not yet publicly detailed the basis for the hold.