Malcolm X’s daughters file $100M lawsuit against FBI, CIA and NYPD for ‘conspiring’ in his assassination

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Three daughters of civil rights leader Malcolm X have filed a $100 million lawsuit against the FBI, CIA, and New York Police Department, accusing the agencies of complicity in his assassination.

The lawsuit, filed in Manhattan federal court on Friday, November 15, alleges that the agencies were not only aware of the plot to kill Malcolm X but were also involved in orchestrating his death.

FBI, CIA, and NYPD accused of conspiring in Malcolm X’s assassination

According to The Sun, attorney Ben Crump, representing Malcom X's family, stated at a press conference on Friday, “We believe that they all conspired to assassinate Malcolm X, one of the greatest thought leaders of the 20th century.”

Crump accused the agencies of a “cover-up” that lasted decades, blocking the family’s access to the truth and denying them the right to seek justice. He added, “We are making history by standing here to confront those wrongs and seeking accountability in the courts.”

The lawsuit comes nearly 60 years after Malcolm X was shot and killed in New York City on February 21, 1965. At the time of his death, Malcolm X was preparing to speak to the Organization of Afro-American Unity, an organization he had founded to fight for the rights of African Americans.

Malcolm X's split from Nation of Islam and shifting views led to threats

Malcolm X, formerly a member of the Nation of Islam (NOI), had broken ties with the group in 1964. This move, coupled with his shift in views on racial segregation, led to threats on his life from within the NOI, culminating in his assassination.

Three men—Muhammad Abdul Aziz, Khalil Islam, and Thomas Hagan—were convicted of the crime. However, in 2021, Aziz and Islam were exonerated after new evidence came to light. Hagan, who had confessed to the murder, was later released after serving his sentence.

The Shabazz family's legal action highlights the ongoing speculation over the possible involvement of law enforcement agencies, particularly the FBI and CIA, in Malcolm X's death.

This speculation has persisted for decades, fueled by allegations of surveillance, infiltration, and interference by these agencies in the lives of prominent Black leaders, including Malcolm X.

Malcolm X's early hardships, criminal past, and transformation into civil rights activist

Malcolm X was born Malcolm Little on May 19, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska. He later changed his name to El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz.

He faced significant hardships from a young age, losing his father under suspicious circumstances and having his mother institutionalized when he was young.

In his youth, he was involved in criminal activities and was sentenced to prison. While incarcerated, he became a self-educated man, reading extensively and joining the Nation of Islam.

After his release from prison, Malcolm X became a key figure in the Nation of Islam, promoting Black nationalism and separatism. He later distanced himself from the organization, founding the Organization of Afro-American Unity, which focused on global human rights and Black unity. His shift in beliefs, particularly regarding racial integration, angered many within the NOI and led to increasing threats on his life.

Malcolm X’s legacy as a powerful voice for Black empowerment and human rights continues to inspire people worldwide. He is remembered as one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century and is honored annually on Malcolm X Day, May 19.

Shabazz family's quest for justice

The $100 million lawsuit filed by the Shabazz family seeks justice for Malcolm X’s assassination. It names the FBI, CIA, and NYPD, claiming that these agencies were involved in the murder plot and the subsequent cover-up.

The family has long pursued answers regarding the true circumstances surrounding Malcolm X’s death, and this lawsuit marks a significant step in that ongoing pursuit.

Crump emphasized that the lawsuit was not just about financial compensation, but about uncovering the truth. He stated, “We hope that the federal government, by reading this filing, will learn all the dastardly deeds that were done by their predecessors and try to right these historic wrongs.”

The Shabazz family's legal fight is one part of a broader quest for justice for Malcolm X. With the exoneration of two of the men previously convicted of his murder, new attention is being placed on the role that government agencies may have played in the assassination.

The outcome of this lawsuit could lead to significant developments in the pursuit of accountability for one of the most prominent civil rights leaders of the 20th century.

Internet reacts as Malcom X's family files $100M lawsuit against FBI, CIA, and NYPD

Public reactions to the Shabazz family's $100 million lawsuit have been mixed. While many users expressed support for the family's pursuit of justice, some expressed skepticism.

One user wrote, "Good for them its never too late for justice."

Another commented, "You guys have to realize that the government has been keeping the necessary internal documents that prove FBI involvement for the entire 60 years. Maybe just now, they're able to get access to the documents to move this lawsuit forward."

One added, "I would think the statue of limitations would fall into effect after so many years."

An individual said, "100% the government has been holding alot of secrets to there involvement in many things over the decades. I wouldn't be surprised if they had a hand JFK assassination. Alot experiments and hidden things have come to light since being released because they are not declassified until 25 yrs after."

Another added, "Screw them want a hand out."

A user said, "Time to take their shot at the ghetto lottery."

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