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This bill matters because it removes the Secretary of State's discretion in deciding whether to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization; it mandates it. Such a designation triggers a range of serious legal and financial consequences under U.S. law, effectively isolating the group from the U.S. financial system and imposing strict immigration controls on its members.
If this bill becomes law, it solidifies the U.S. government's stance against the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist entity, potentially altering diplomatic relations with countries where the group has a presence. If it doesn't pass, the decision to designate the group would remain with the Secretary of State, allowing for a more flexible, case-by-case assessment based on current geopolitical conditions and intelligence.
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This bill matters because it removes the Secretary of State's discretion in deciding whether to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization; it mandates it. Such a designation triggers a range of serious legal and financial consequences under U.S. law, effectively isolating the group from the U.S. financial system and imposing strict immigration controls on its members.
If this bill becomes law, it solidifies the U.S. government's stance against the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist entity, potentially altering diplomatic relations with countries where the group has a presence. If it doesn't pass, the decision to designate the group would remain with the Secretary of State, allowing for a more flexible, case-by-case assessment based on current geopolitical conditions and intelligence.
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| TYPE | AMOUNT | WHO |
|---|---|---|
| criminal | Up to 20 years in prison and/or substantial fines (under 18 U.S.C. § 2339B) | Any person who knowingly provides material support or resources to the Muslim Brotherhood once designated. |
| administrative | Exclusion or deportation from the United States | Members or representatives of the Muslim Brotherhood, or those who endorse or espouse terrorist activity. |
| administrative | Freezing of assets held by the organization within U.S. jurisdiction | The Muslim Brotherhood and its related entities. |