Rep. Diaz-Balart Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Label Muslim Brotherhood a Terrorist Group
This bill is currently moving through the House committee process. It was recently approved by the committee and is now waiting for further action before it can be considered by the full House. There are no companion bills currently linked to this legislation.
Even with support from both parties, this type of bill has failed to pass for many years. Many officials worry that labeling the whole group as terrorists could hurt U.S. relationships with allies.
Anyone the government determines is a Muslim Brotherhood member would have their existing visa immediately revoked and be barred from entering or staying in the United States. Because the bill defines membership broadly to include anyone who is a member, under control of, or serving as a representative of the Brotherhood or any of its many affiliated branches, this could affect a wide range of people from dozens of countries who have ties to organizations linked to the group.
“requiring the immediate revocation of current visas in accordance with subparagraph (B) of such section”
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The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
The House Foreign Affairs Committee amended the bill to strip out provisions mandating the designation of the entire Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. The revised version now only requires the State Department to assess specific chapters that pose a threat to U.S. security.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the administration is advancing plans to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization. He noted significant legal hurdles, explaining that each regional branch must be formally designated to withstand potential court challenges.
Senator Ted Cruz introduced the Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025, aiming to target the group's financial networks. The bill directs the Secretary of State to identify Brotherhood-affiliated branches already designated as terrorists and add others meeting the criteria.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025
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