House Passes Resolution Condemning 'From the River to the Sea' Slogan as Anti-Semitic
The resolution, passed with bipartisan support, declares the slogan as divisive and harmful to peace efforts in the Middle East.
- The GOP-led House approved the resolution by a 377-44 vote, with significant bipartisan backing.
- Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, who introduced the resolution, criticized the slogan as a call for the destruction of Israel.
- Critics, including Rep. Rashida Tlaib, argue that such resolutions distract from issues like the alleged genocide in Gaza.
- The resolution is part of broader U.S. legislative efforts to support Israel amid ongoing conflict with Hamas.
- The Anti-Defamation League and other organizations support the resolution, labeling the slogan as antisemitic.