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Marwan Marouf, a leader in the Muslim American Society of Dallas, was hit with new federal charges, including claims he supported the now-defunct Holy Land Foundation (HLF).

The new charges, added to an existing visa overstay, make it more difficult for Marouf, who has been detained for 24 days, to be released on bond or humanitarian aid.

Marouf's family and legal team deny the accusations and are pursuing a petition in federal court to challenge his detention and secure his release on bond.

At a hearing earlier today, the federal government hit Marwan Marouf with new charges, including claims he supported a terrorist organization.

His family and legal team deny the claims and have filed a petition in federal court trying to get him out on board while the legal process plays

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