Republican Congressman Darrell Issa expressed concern about President Biden accepting donations from progressive groups fueling anti-Israel protests, calling for the president to disavow the donations and reject the support. He highlighted the connection between the rise of anti-Semitism within the Democratic Party and the tepid response to the protests, noting that some of these donors include major Democratic supporters like George Soros. Issa criticized Biden for not taking decisive action against the protests and accused him of trying to placate both sides, which he believes is worsening the situation.
Issa pointed out the growth of anti-Israel sentiment within the Democratic Party, exemplified by the lack of support for Israel and the failure to condemn anti-Semitism. He expressed disappointment in Biden’s response to the protests on college campuses, suggesting that his desire to remain neutral is enabling anti-Semitism to fester within the party. Issa highlighted the historical support the Republican Party has shown for Israel, contrasting it with the current state of the Democratic Party where anti-Semitism is condoned. He criticized Biden for waiting 9 days before addressing the anti-Israel violence, which he believes contributed to the protests spreading unchecked.
Drawing parallels to the unrest and shootings at Kent State University in 1970, Issa expressed concern that history is repeating itself with the anti-Israel protests on college campuses. He noted that the slow response to the protests and the presence of professors who support anti-Semitism are hindering efforts to address the situation effectively. Issa criticized governors for not taking swift action to stop the protests and prevent further escalation, commending Governor Youngkin of Virginia for his decisive actions. He highlighted the importance of enforcing consequences for violent protests to ensure that they do not spiral out of control.
Issa called attention to the challenges faced by universities in addressing the protests, citing an example from California where bureaucratic delays hindered efforts to stop a building constructed in protest. He emphasized the need for swift and decisive action to prevent the situation from escalating further, pointing to past instances where delays in addressing protests led to prolonged unrest. Issa criticized the lack of response from the White House on the issue, indicating a lack of urgency in addressing the growing anti-Israel sentiment and anti-Semitic behavior on college campuses. He urged President Biden to take a stronger stance against the protests and the donors fueling them to counter the rise of anti-Semitism within the Democratic Party.
