Marjorie Taylor Greene introduces resolution to censure Tlaib for Israel comments

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) introduced a resolution to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (R-MI) over her comments blaming Israel for a deadly airstrike at a Christian hospital in Gaza last week, accusing the Michigan Democrat of antisemitism and “sympathizing with terrorist organizations.”

The legislation accuses Tlaib of displaying “antisemitic activity” and “leading an insurrection” at the U.S. Capitol, referring to a demonstration last week when pro-Palestinian protesters rallied outside members’ offices to call for a ceasefire in Gaza. More than 100 of the protesters were arrested, with a handful being charged with assaulting police officers, according to the U.S. Capitol Police.

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Greene filed the motion on Wednesday morning, introducing it as a privileged resolution that would force the House to vote on the bill within two legislative days. Because the House is scheduled to adjourn for recess on Friday, it’s likely the House will vote on the resolution sometime on Wednesday.

This story is developing and will be updated.