Dearborn, Michigan accused of religious favoritism in federal lawsuit

The city of Dearborn, Mich., faces a federal lawsuit accusing leaders of religious favoritism. Resident and journalist Margot Cleveland claims the city favored Ramadan displays while ignoring Easter and Passover.

A federal lawsuit accusing city leaders in Dearborn, Michigan, of religious favoritism sparks intense debate. The legal complaint alleges that the city spent thousands on a Ramadan crescent moon display while ignoring comparable Christian and Jewish holiday requests. Resident Margot Cleveland claims officials promoted unequal treatment, but a city spokesperson disputes the bias allegations.