Controversy Erupts Over Rep. Rashida Tlaib's Palestinian Flag Amidst Capitol Hill Turmoil

Representative Rashida Tlaib, a Palestinian-American, continues to display a Palestinian flag outside her House office following the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel. Tlaib failed to specifically condemn Hamas in her statement and instead called for the US government to stop funding Israel. Other members of the progressive Squad, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan Omar, and Ayanna Pressley, also criticized Israel and called for an immediate ceasefire. The statements have sparked outrage and accusations of antisemitism, with critics condemning the glorification of violence against Jews.