Democrats Urge Biden to Demand Israel Allow Journalists Into Gaza

A group of 65 House Democrats calls for action to ensure press freedom in Gaza amid escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis.

House Democrats, led by Rep. Jim McGovern, have sent a letter to President Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging them to push for unrestricted media access to Gaza.
Press freedom groups report that over 140 journalists have been killed in Gaza, highlighting the extreme dangers faced by media workers in the region.
The lack of independent media access to Gaza has resulted in a reliance on controlled military-led press tours, limiting the flow of accurate information.
International organizations, including major news outlets, have consistently called for Israel to allow foreign journalists into Gaza to ensure accountability and transparency.
The conflict has intensified political pressures on the Biden administration, balancing support for Israel with calls for protecting Palestinian civilians.