230 Congressional Staffers Call for Boycott of Netanyahu's Upcoming Speech
Bipartisan letter urges lawmakers to protest Israeli Prime Minister's address over Gaza conflict
- The letter, organized by the Congressional Progressive Staff Association, was signed by staffers from 122 Democratic and Republican offices.
- Signatories describe the boycott as a moral issue, citing Netanyahu's actions in Gaza.
- Several Democratic lawmakers, including members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, plan to skip the speech.
- Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have publicly announced their intention to boycott.
- Netanyahu's speech is scheduled for July 24, with his visit to the White House also planned.