Trump moves against Muslim Brotherhood as Islamist group spreads in West

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 4 min read 100% complete by Efrat LachterNovember 25, 2025 at 06:09 PM

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President Trump signed an executive order directing the State and Treasury departments to consider terrorism designations for specific Muslim Brotherhood chapters. The order initiates a formal review of Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Jordan, and Lebanon under U.S. designation laws. This action marks a significant shift in U.S. policy toward the Islamist movement, which has been debated for years. Senator Cruz supports the move, urging Congress to advance legislation designating the Brotherhood as a terrorist organization. Several countries, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, have already banned the Brotherhood, citing threats to national stability. The order directs agencies to assess individual chapters based on their behavior and ties to terrorist groups.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Lebanon 50% Jordan 50% Egypt ×260% United States ×370% Ted Cruz ×280% Donald Trump ×4100% Muslim Brotherhood ×5100%

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muslim brotherhood 100% terrorism designation 80% islamist group 70% national security 60% u.s. policy 60% political activism 50% counter-extremism 40% jihadist terrorism 40%