Overview

• Shaun King, a controversial activist, was disinvited from a CAIR Minnesota Ramadan event after backlash over his recent conversion to Islam and the selling of high-priced tickets.
• Critics accused King of exploiting his conversion for financial gain, with VIP tickets to his speaking tour priced at up to $1,000.
• CAIR Minnesota stated the decision to remove King was made to avoid distraction from the event's goal of supporting Muslim civil liberties.
• Social media backlash included accusations of King being a 'grifter' and concerns over his history of financial controversies.
• King's removal sparked discussions on social media, with some defending his intentions while others praised CAIR Minnesota's decision.