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Congressional Hearing Highlights Divisions Over Sharia Law in America

The hearing on sharia law convened by the House Judiciary Committee has reignited debates about the compatibility of political Islam with the U.S. Constitution.

Published

August 19, 2026

Declassified

May 13, 2026

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U.S. Government Publishing Office

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Examining the Incompatibility of Sharia Law with U.S. Constitution

S. Constitution hinges on fundamental differences in legal principles and human rights. Sharia law, as described in the congressional hearing, operates under a framework that is seen as antithetical to the foundational values of American democracy.

This legal system is characterized by its prescriptive nature, imposing strict guidelines on personal conduct, family relations, and societal norms that often conflict with the individual liberties enshrined in the Constitution. For instance, sharia law encompasses practices that can lead to severe penalties for actions deemed immoral, such as adultery or apostasy, which starkly contrasts with the American legal principle of due process and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. S.

Constitution guarantees. In the context of political Islam, sharia is viewed not merely as a religious guideline but as a comprehensive legal system that seeks to govern all aspects of life, including civil and criminal matters. This ambition to establish a parallel…

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Sharia-Free America: Why Political Islam & Sharia Law Are Incompatible with the U.S. Constitution: Part II

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