Backlash and Reactions: 'Squad' Dems, Nevada Politicians, and El Pasoans Respond to Hamas' Attack on Israel

Members of the "Squad" House Democrats, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, and Ayanna Pressley, faced backlash from conservatives for their statements calling for a ceasefire and de-escalation following Hamas's surprise attack on Israel. Rashida Tlaib remained silent on the attack. Critics accused the Squad of not adequately condemning terrorism and of being critical of Israel. The attack resulted in the deaths of over 200 Israelis and led to Israeli airstrikes in response, resulting in the deaths of 198 Palestinians. The situation has sparked renewed debate over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the role of progressive Democrats in addressing it.