Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accused Sen. John Fetterman of attempting to dunk on her after he highlighted a headline where she called out the Biden administration regarding Israel. Fetterman had tweeted in support of Israel, blaming the tragedy in Gaza on Hamas while criticizing their use of civilians and hospitals as shields. In response, Ocasio-Cortez emphasized her concern for the human rights of Palestinians and criticized the use of US tax dollars for carrying out atrocities in the region.
Fetterman has been vocal in his support for Israel and condemnation of Hamas following a heinous attack in October 2023 that involved rape, murder, and kidnapping. Ocasio-Cortez took issue with Fetterman’s stance, calling it a “bleak dunk attempt” and stressing the importance of caring for innocent lives and human rights. She accused him of trying to score political points in a contentious issue where billions of US tax dollars are funding violence and oppression.
In her criticism of the Biden administration’s support for Israel, Ocasio-Cortez referred to the situation in Gaza as a genocide of Palestinians. She highlighted the unrestrained actions of the Netanyahu government, which is armed by the US administration while humanitarian aid is blocked and hospitals are bombed. Ocasio-Cortez called for an arms embargo to stop the violence and enable peace in the region, emphasizing the need for a better approach to the conflict.
Fetterman marked the grim anniversary of the October 7th attack with a tweet expressing sorrow for the innocent lives lost and advocating for peace to return to the region. He reiterated his support for Israel and the release of hostages, while condemning the actions of Hamas. Fetterman has been a strong ally of Israel, supporting military and financial assistance without conditions in their fight against terrorism. He commended Israel for their response to the October 7th atrocities and their efforts to combat terrorism in the region.
Fetterman’s unwavering support for Israel has been a central focus in his political career, particularly in the wake of violent attacks by Hamas and other terror groups. He has emphasized the need for solidarity with Israel and the importance of providing assistance in their fight against terrorism. Fetterman has also praised Israel for its military actions against terrorist organizations like Hamas and Hezbollah, portraying them as a strong and courageous ally in the region.
The clash between Ocasio-Cortez and Fetterman highlights the complexities and divisions surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict within the Democratic party. While Ocasio-Cortez advocates for a more critical approach towards US support for Israel and calls for an arms embargo, Fetterman remains steadfast in his support for the US ally and condemnation of Hamas. The disagreement between the two lawmakers reflects broader debates over US foreign policy in the Middle East and the ongoing violence and humanitarian crisis in the region.
