Controversy Surrounding Rep. Rashida Tlaib's Palestinian Comments and Accusations

Democratic lawmakers and officials in Michigan are criticizing Rep. Rashida Tlaib for justifying a slogan popular among advocates for Palestinian rights. Tlaib's defense of the slogan, "from the river to the sea," which refers to a desired Palestinian state, has been condemned as both a call for violence against Israelis and a rejection of Israel's right to exist. Michigan Democrats are questioning how Tlaib can represent Jewish communities in her district, while Tlaib also accused President Joe Biden of supporting genocide against Palestinians by continuing to support Israel.