During Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech to Congress, Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib made a statement by holding up a black-and-white sign that read 'War criminal' on one side and 'Guilty of genocide' on the other. Tlaib remained seated throughout the speech, showcasing her dissent in a visible manner.
Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, known for her hard-right views, approached Tlaib during the speech and had a brief interaction with her, although the nature of their conversation was not disclosed.
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer, a staunch supporter of Israel, expressed his disapproval of Tlaib's use of the sign, labeling it as 'unfortunate.' Hoyer emphasized that the focus should be on the alliance between the United States and Israel rather than Tlaib's actions.
While Hoyer acknowledged the importance of Netanyahu's address and the strong bond between the U.S. and Israel, he also noted that he found some parts of the speech unnecessary. He agreed with Netanyahu's stance on the close alliance between the two countries and the need to combat groups like Hamas, although he did not specify which aspects of the speech he deemed dispensable.
