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Federal Workers Protest US Role in Gaza War

Group known as Feds United for Peace risks professional repercussions in call for change in US policy.

  • A group of federal workers, known as Feds United for Peace, planned a 'day of mourning' to protest the US's role in the ongoing Gaza war and the rising death toll in the region.
  • The group represents employees across 27 government agencies, including the White House and Congress, and their action underscores discontent within President Joe Biden’s administration.
  • Despite the protest, the Biden administration continues to provide military aid to Israel, with an estimated $3.8bn earmarked annually for the country.
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson and Fox News contributor Andy McCarthy warned that striking is a criminal offense for federal employees, and those participating in the walkout could face professional repercussions.
  • The protest reflects a broader dissent within the Biden administration and among the public regarding the US's support for Israel amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
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