"Palestinian-American Leaders Decline Blinken Meeting Over U.S. Support for Israel's Gaza Offensive"

A group of Palestinian-Americans declined to attend a meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss the situation in Gaza, citing the Biden administration's support for Israel's offensive in the region. The attendees expressed anger and frustration over the toll from the conflict, with one individual, Dr. Tariq Haddad, writing a personal letter to Blinken detailing the impact of the administration's policies on his family. While some did attend the meeting, the refusal to participate underscores the growing opposition to the administration's handling of Gaza, posing a political challenge for President Biden. Additionally, members of the administration have faced public displays of opposition, with protesters camping in front of Blinken's house and confrontations at public speeches.