Maryland senators diverge on Netanyahu speech to Congress

Category: Politics

Maryland Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen have differing views on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's upcoming speech to Congress. Cardin will preside over the session, while Van Hollen plans to boycott it, criticizing Netanyahu's political stance and the Israeli government's actions in Gaza. The divide reflects broader tensions within the Democratic Party regarding Israel and the Gaza conflict, with many Democrats choosing to skip the speech.

Keywords: Ben Cardin, Chris Van Hollen, Netanyahu

Source: Josh Kurtz

Update At: 7/24/2024

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