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Pro-Palestinian Congresswoman Falsely Accuses Jewish Presidential Candidate of Supporting Israel's Gaza Bombing

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First reported by Mako · Jul 23, 2026

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Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar falsely accused Jewish Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro of signing bombs used by Israel in Gaza, sparking a public dispute within the Democratic Party. The photo she cited actually showed Shapiro signing bombs for Ukraine. The incident underscores deepening divisions in the party over Israel and military aid.

01Ilhan Omar falsely claimed Josh Shapiro signed bombs sent to Israel used in Gaza conflict.
02The photo Omar cited actually showed Shapiro signing bombs for Ukraine, not Israel.
03Josh Gottheimer criticized the Democratic Socialists of America for anti-Israel views.
04Summer Lee questioned Democrats authorizing bombings, referencing Shapiro's photo.
05The Democratic Party is divided over military aid and relations with Israel.
06The anti-Israel faction is gaining influence, but moderates remain powerful.

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