Staff Reports
In a fiery post on social media, Rep. Cori Bush (D-MO) condemned Israel’s military operation against Hamas terrorists in Gaza as “ethnic cleansing” and called for the United States to cut funding to the Jewish state. The Missouri Democrat accused Israel of mercilessly killing innocent civilians, including babies, pregnant women, the elderly, and entire families. With passion and conviction, Bush demanded that the U.S. intervene and put an end to what she described as “atrocities against Palestinians.”
Israel war: Cori Bush calls Israel's operation against Hamas an 'ethnic cleansing' https://t.co/HAGwcEqisu
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As the conflict between Israel and Hamas entered a “new phase,” Israel launched a ground campaign into Gaza over the weekend. This move came after weeks of warning civilians to evacuate the area in anticipation of the IDF’s ground offensive. Israel has been under constant attack from Hamas terrorists, who have carried out deadly attacks, claiming the lives of thousands of Israelis.
Rep. Bush, along with other members of the “Squad,” has been an outspoken critic of Israel’s actions in its battle against Hamas. She and several House Democrats have called for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and the terrorist group. However, their stance has faced criticism from those who argue that Israel has the right to defend itself against ongoing attacks.
President Joe Biden has expressed steadfast support for Israel’s right to self-defense following the terrorist attacks. However, this stance has drawn criticism from progressive Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), who believes that Biden’s approach to Israel could potentially cost him voters in the next presidential election.
According to the Associated Press, the ongoing conflict has resulted in over 6,000 deaths in both Israel and Gaza, with at least 33 Americans among the casualties. Furthermore, Hamas currently holds hundreds of captured civilians from the attacks earlier this month. The situation remains tense and contentious, with no immediate resolution in sight.
