CNN Priest Stirs Controversy with 'Palestinian Jew' Comment

Father Edward Beck faces backlash for linking the story of Jesus to the Israel-Hamas conflict, defends his comments as a message of unity.

Father Edward Beck, a priest and CNN contributor, sparked controversy with his Christmas day comments linking the story of Jesus to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.
Beck described Jesus as a 'Palestinian Jew' born into an occupied country, drawing parallels to the current situation in Palestine.
His remarks were met with significant backlash on social media, with critics accusing him of pushing a political agenda and misrepresenting historical facts.
Beck defended his comments, stating his message was one of unity and solidarity with both Israel and suffering Palestinians.
In 2021, Beck was removed from a diocese in New York for refusing to welcome unvaccinated individuals to his church.