Malcolm X's Family to Sue CIA and FBI for His Assassination

The family of Malcolm X, a prominent US civil rights leader, has announced plans to sue the CIA, FBI, NYPD, and other agencies, accusing them of playing a role in his assassination in 1965. On the anniversary of his assassination, his daughters, Ilyasah Shabazz and Qubilah Shabazz, along with attorney Ben Crump, held a press conference in Manhattan, where they accused the agencies of conspiring to bring about the wrongful death of their father.

Malcolm X's assassination has long been shrouded in mystery, and for years, questions have been raised over who was responsible for his death. Although three men were convicted, two were exonerated in 2021 after a renewed investigation revealed that the evidence used to gain convictions was questionable, and authorities had withheld some information.

The family is seeking $100 million in compensation, and Ilyasah Shabazz, the co-administrator of her father's estate, filed the first step in the process of suing by submitting notices of claim. She accused the agencies of "acting, and failing to act, in such a way as to bring about the wrongful death of Malcolm X."

The press conference was held in the Audubon Ballroom, where the civil rights activist was fatally shot. Ilyasah Shabazz stated that her family had fought for years to uncover the truth and bring justice to their father.

The CIA, FBI, Department of Justice, and New York City's legal department were contacted for comment, but only the DOJ and NYPD declined to comment. According to attorney Ben Crump, government agencies, including the Manhattan district attorney, NYPD, and FBI, had factual and exculpatory evidence that they fraudulently concealed from the wrongfully convicted men. Crump alleged that government agencies conspired to assassinate Malcolm X and infiltrated many civil rights organizations.

Malcolm X was a prominent civil rights leader who advocated for black empowerment and Islam. He adopted a more radical stance than Martin Luther King, criticizing the civil rights movement and racial integration. Instead, he called for black separatism and defended the use of violence for self-protection.

In conclusion, the family of Malcolm X has taken a significant step towards uncovering the truth about his assassination by announcing plans to sue the CIA, FBI, NYPD, and others. The wrongful death of Malcolm X was a tragic event that has left many unanswered questions for decades. The lawsuit will hopefully shed light on the truth and bring justice to Malcolm X's family.