Overview
- Senior Biden administration officials traveled to Michigan to meet with Arab American and Muslim leaders, discussing concerns over the U.S. support for Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Michigan House Majority Floor Leader Abraham Aiyash and other elected officials have pledged to vote 'uncommitted' in the state's primary, signaling a protest against Biden's Gaza policy.
- Demands for a permanent ceasefire, restrictions on military aid to Israel, and increased humanitarian aid to Gaza were central to the discussions.
- The 'Listen to Michigan' campaign, led by community organizers, is urging voters to remain uncommitted in the upcoming primary as a form of protest.
- Despite the meetings, there was no commitment from the administration on a ceasefire, leaving many attendees frustrated and skeptical of meaningful policy changes.