Franke Wehr News Today

PHILADELPHIA – A local firefighter who alleged his wearing cuffed pants above the ankle and facial hair to observe his Islamic faith led to religious discrimination from his superiors and his unjust firing in 2019, has settled his claims with the City of Philadelphia.

PHILADELPHIA – The City of Philadelphia denies that it illegally discriminated against and fired an Islamic firefighter who wore cuffed pants above the ankle and facial hair, in observance of his religion.