An executive director has been terminated from the American Arab Chamber of Commerce due to an investigation into missing organizational funds. The former executive director, Bilal Hammoud, is accused of misappropriating funds, with sources suggesting the amount exceeds $1 million.

The chamber has launched an independent investigation and secured its accounts to prevent further losses. It is also cooperating with authorities.

Further details about the investigation are available, including a statement from the chamber and reaction from the publisher of Arab American News, Osama Siblani.