A Muslim civil rights organization called the former House Speaker’s assertions “delusional.”
The original House speaker’s claim was deemed “delusional” by a Muslim legal rights organization. The original House speaker’s claim was deemed “delusional” by a Muslim civil rights organization.
A Muslim civil rights organization called the former House Speaker’s assertions “delusional.”
LOADINGERROR LOADING. Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Sunday claimed without evidence that some pro-Palestinian activists are “connected” to Russia, angering a prominent Muslim group in the U.S. (Watch the video below.). In an appearance on CNN’s “State of the Union,” the former House speaker said demonstrators calling for a cease-fire in Gaza hews to “Mr. Putin’s message.”. Advertisement. “Make no mistake, this is directly connected to what he would like to see. Same thing with Ukraine,” Pelosi said. “It’s about Putin’s message. I think some of these protesters are spontaneous and organic and sincere. Some, I think, are connected to Russia.”. Asked by host Dana Bash whether she thought some of the activists were “Russian plants,” Pelosi replied: “Seeds or plants. I think some financing should be investigated. And I want to ask the F.B.I. to investigate that.”. Very interesting.. Nancy Pelosi suggests that some of the anti-Israel protests we have seen in the country in recent months are supported and financed by Russia pic.twitter.com/KJXtHodxqQ. — Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) January 28, 2024. Pelosi may be the first U.S. politician to publicly theorize that Russia may be backing the protests to create a rift among Democrats, The New York Times wrote.. Advertisement. The Council on American-Islamic Relations slammed Pelosi’s remarks as “delusional.”. Nihad Awad, the executive director of the group, said in a statement to HuffPost, “Instead of baselessly smearing those Americans as Russian collaborators, former House Speaker Pelosi and other political leaders should respect the will of the American people by calling for an end to the Netanyahu government’s genocidal war on the people of Gaza.”. Protests demanding a cease-fire amid Israel’s prolonged counteroffensive in response to the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel have erupted around the country, also interrupting speeches by President Joe Biden and Pelosi.. In a statement to the Times that noted Pelosi’s desire to stop “the suffering in Gaza,” a Pelosi spokesperson said: “Speaker Pelosi has always supported and defended the right of all Americans to make their views known through peaceful protest. Speaker Pelosi is acutely aware of how foreign adversaries meddle in American politics to sow division and impact our elections, and she wants to see further investigation ahead of the 2024 election.”. Support HuffPost. The Stakes Have Never Been Higher. At HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high-quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact-checked news that is freely accessible to everyone.. Our News, Politics and Culture teams invest time and care working on hard-hitting investigations and researched analyses, along with quick but robust daily takes. Our Life, Health and Shopping desks provide you with well-researched, expert-vetted information you need to live your best life, while HuffPost Personal, Voices and Opinion center real stories from real people.. Help keep news free for everyone by giving us as little as $1. Your contribution will go a long way.. At HuffPost, we believe that everyone needs high-quality journalism, but we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for expensive news subscriptions. That is why we are committed to providing deeply reported, carefully fact-checked news that is freely accessible to everyone.. Help keep news free for everyone by giving us as little as $1. Your contribution will go a long way.. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the very foundations of our democracy are at stake. A vibrant democracy is impossible without well-informed citizens. This is why HuffPost’s journalism is free for everyone, not just those who can afford expensive paywalls.. We cannot do this without your help. Support our newsroom by contributing as little as $1 a month.. As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the very foundations of our democracy are at stake. At HuffPost, we believe that a vibrant democracy is impossible without well-informed citizens. This is why we keep our journalism free for everyone, even as most other newsrooms have retreated behind expensive paywalls.. Our newsroom continues to bring you hard-hitting investigations, well-researched analysis and timely takes on one of the most consequential elections in recent history. Reporting on the current political climate is a responsibility we do not take lightly — and we need your help.. Support our newsroom by contributing as little as $1 a month.. Support HuffPost. Related. CNNNancy PelosiIsrael-Palestine. Sean Hannity’s Excuse For Donald Trump’s Haley/Pelosi Mixup Is Weak Sauce. Nancy Pelosi Says Jan. 6 Was An ‘Inside Job’ By Donald Trump And His GOP Allies. Paul Pelosi’s Alleged Attacker Testifies He Was Influenced By Far-Right Conspiracies
