Rep. Ilhan Omar Faces Backlash for Labeling Jewish Students 'Pro-Genocide'
The Anti-Defamation League condemns Omar's remarks as 'blood libel,' intensifying the debate over antisemitism on college campuses.
- Rep. Ilhan Omar's comments at Columbia University, suggesting Jewish students are either 'pro-genocide' or 'anti-genocide,' draw sharp criticism.
- The Anti-Defamation League's CEO, Jonathan Greenblatt, labels the remarks as 'blood libel,' demanding an apology from Omar.
- Campus tensions increase as pro-Palestinian protests lead to a surge in antisemitic incidents, with many Jewish students feeling unsafe.
- Political figures like Sen. Bernie Sanders respond cautiously, focusing on broader issues of antisemitism and the situation in Gaza.
- Recent polls show a significant rise in feelings of insecurity among Jewish students on American college campuses.