Posted 3/23/2024, 6:31:00 PM
AOC Escalates Rhetoric on Israel-Palestine Conflict, Alleging Unfolding Genocide and Calling for Suspension of US Arms Transfers
- AOC accused Israel of "genocide" against Palestinians in House floor speech, a significant escalation of her rhetoric
- Said Israel is forcing "mass inhumanity" and "unfolding genocide" through actions like blockade that restrict food
- Called for suspending US arms transfers to Israel to "stop and prevent further atrocities"
- Notes this comes after criticism of AOC for not being vocal enough against Israel
- Mentions AOC speech did not acknowledge Hamas rocket attacks on Israel nor Americans held hostage