NIAC Applauds Senators Harris, Sanders for Joining Warren in Backing JCPOA Return
We commend Senators Sanders, Harris, and Warren for committing to reversing Trump’s failed Iran policy, and for recognizing the urgent need to return to the JCPOA and the successes resulting from the diplomatic playbook first written under the Obama administration.
NIAC Action Joins Coalition to Call for AUMF Repeal
NIAC Action joined a coalition of organizations to call for repeal of the authorization in response to recent reports stating that Trump officials were considering using the 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) to greenlight a war with Iran.
Senator Warren and the Return to the JCPOA
At NIAC Action, we’re advocating for a return to the Iran nuclear deal to bring back diplomatic relations with Iran. Recently, 2020 presidential candidate Senator Elizabeth Warren has been vocal about her support for returning to the JCPOA.
BREAKING: DNC Adopts Resolution Calling on the U.S. to Re-Enter the Iran Nuclear Accord
Iran Experts React as 2020 Democratic Party Platform Signals Commitment to Bringing the U.S. Back in Compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan or Action (JCPOA).
DNC Resolution to Return the U.S. into Compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action
This resolution on the return to the JCPOA was adopted by the full Democratic National Committee at its meeting on February 16, 2019, in Washington, DC. See a copy of the resolution.
DNC Adopts Resolution to Save the Iran Deal
The Democratic National Committee has just adopted a resolution calling on the U.S. to re-enter the Iran nuclear accord, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
Call Your Senator to Demand an end to S. 386 and Support the RELIEF Act
The fight to keep the green card path open for Iranians and all communities is entering a critical stage. Can you call your Senators this week? Contact your Senators by calling 1-844-ACT-NIAC and ask the operator for your home state Senators: (find your Senators) Here’s a sample script of what to say (choose just one […]
BREAKING: Trump Administration Forced to Turn Over Information on Muslim Ban
We have a positive update on the effort to scale back and ultimately overturn Donald Trump’s Muslim Ban. As part of the spending bill that will become law today, the Trump administration will be forced to turn over important information on the ban that will enable Congress to finally have oversight of this policy.
Donate to NIAC Action to Put a Stop to HR1044
H.R. 392 is back as H.R.1044. We stopped it once and we can stop it again. But we can only do that with your support. Contribute to NIAC Action and help us advocate for the Iranian-American community.
NIAC Action Calls for Norooz Resolution in California
Today, we sent a letter to California Assembly Member Nazarian to support ACR 2 and recognize Norooz on March 21, 2019 as the beginning of the Persian New Year. Recognizing Norooz as a holiday reflects the rich diversity of California. Read our full letter.
NIAC Action Statement on New Legislation to Defund and Repeal Trump’s Muslim Travel Ban
Today, Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA) introduced legislation to defund and repeal President Trump’s Muslim travel ban. In reaction to the legislation, Jamal Abdi, President of NIAC Action, the civic action arm of the National Iranian American Council, issued this statement.
Members of Congress Join Iranian-American and Muslim Groups, Civil Liberties Advocates To Announce Legislation to Repeal Trump’s Muslim Travel Ban
Sen. Chris Murphy, Rep. Judy Chu, Rep. Ilhan Omar, Rep. Rashida Tlaib to Speak At Event Commemorating Two-Year Anniversary of Trump’s Muslim Travel Ban