Katherine Kersten, columnist for the Star Tribune, wrote about an investigation she had initiated on the Tarek ibn Zivad Academy (Tiza) back in March and April. See More on the Islamic Charter School in Minnesota (yes, it’s taxpayer funded).

Tiza is back in the news again. Apparently the taxpayer funded Islamic charter school isn’t too happy being under the microscope. From Michelle Malkin we learn:

News crew attacked during report at TiZA charter school

The allegations first surfaced after an article by a columnist for the Star Tribune. The Education Department subsequently began a review of the suburban Inver Grove Heights school and released its findings Monday.

The agency said it was concerned about the school, with about 300 students, accommodating communal prayer and providing transportation to an after-school religious program.

“We have directed the school to take appropriate corrective actions regarding these matters and will continue to provide oversight to ensure that the school is in compliance with state and federal law,” Anderson said.

In an attempt to report about the new findings from the Department of Education, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS went to TiZA. While on school grounds, our crew was attacked by school officials. Our photographer was injured while wrestling with the two men over the camera.

Our photographer was examined by paramedics and suffered minor shoulder and back injuries.

Lake Minnetonka Liberty has the video of the attack here.

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