Liberal House lawmaker apologizes for ‘racist state’ comment targeting Israel

By Meghann Dyke

Published July 17, 2023 12:58am ET

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Liberal House lawmaker apologizes for ‘racist state’ comment targeting Israel — The chairwoman of the House Progressive Caucus issued an apology after a backlash arose over her comments accusing Israel of discrimination. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) took to Twitter on Sunday to apologize after she was captured on video at a conference in Chicago saying she believed Israel is a “racist state.” GOP BALANCES ELECTION INTEGRITY […]

The chairwoman of the House Progressive Caucus issued an apology after a backlash arose over her comments accusing Israel of discrimination.

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