Michigan Dem Reflects on Pro-Palestinian DNC Protest's Impact, Comparing it to Jan. 6 Riots

Democratic congresswoman Debbie Dingell from Michigan expressed that the violent pro-Palestinian protest at the Democratic National Committee (DNC) had a more profound impact on her than the January 6 Capitol riots. Dingell described feeling frightened during the protest and warned that someone could get hurt. She recounted her attempt to leave the building as the protest turned violent, with doors being blocked and a U.S. Capitol Police officer being pepper-sprayed. Dingell emphasized the importance of free speech and peaceful protest but criticized the violence, stating that it distracts from the intended message. She expressed gratitude to the Capitol Police for keeping her and her colleagues safe and suggested that outside forces may be trying to divide the country.