Hamawy vs Mapp Over Rahman Past

A fiery political showdown erupts in New Jersey’s 12th District as Dr. Adam Hamawy, a Democratic primary candidate and former Army surgeon, faces backlash for his past testimony in the 1995 trial of convicted terrorist Omar Abdel Rahman. Opponent Mayor Adrian Mapp slams Hamawy as a “radical extremist,” warning of national security risks tied to his past association with Rahman. Hamawy fires back, calling the attacks Islamophobic and politically motivated, insisting his brief 1991 civic duty was nothing more than testifying under oath. Mapp counters that military service doesn’t erase history, and claims other candidates avoid confronting the issue. Analysts note the controversy’s limited traction — voters are too young to remember Rahman, and focus remains on today’s pressing concerns. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8cbdcc31ee99be41