Rep. Rashida Tlaib Votes 'Present' on Resolution Condemning Hamas Sexual Violence

While the House overwhelmingly supported a resolution condemning sexual violence by Hamas, Rep. Rashida Tlaib was the only member to abstain, citing concerns over the resolution's scope.

Rep. Rashida Tlaib abstained from voting on a resolution condemning sexual violence and rape by Hamas, making her the only member to do so.
The resolution, supported by a 418-0 vote, calls for international condemnation and accountability for sexual violence as a weapon of war.
Tlaib defended her 'present' vote by arguing for a broader denunciation of sexual violence, regardless of the perpetrator.
Previous censure of Tlaib by the House for defending Hamas actions and promoting anti-Israel narratives was noted.
Eyewitness accounts and investigations have corroborated the sexual violence committed by Hamas during the October 7 attack.