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San Diego Man Accused of Raising Money for Hamas Faces Terrorism Charge

Reda Mazen Rida Sabassi faces a maximum sentence of 85 years in federal prison if convicted.
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San Diego Man Accused of Raising Money for Hamas Faces Terrorism Charge
The U.S. Department of Justice in Washington on April 27, 2026. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times
Jill McLaughlin
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A San Diego man suspected of raising money to fund terrorist organization Hamas was charged with terrorism and accused of other crimes on June 17, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced.

Reda Mazen Rida Sabassi, 38, a naturalized U.S. citizen living in San Diego, was arrested on June 16 in San Diego.

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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.