Ocasio-Cortez, Fetterman Dispute U.S. Role in Conflict

A public disagreement between Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has arisen over the U.S. role in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Ocasio-Cortez criticized Fetterman for dismissing her calls for an arms embargo on Israel, accusing him of a 'bleak dunk attempt' after he blamed the tragedy in Gaza entirely on Hamas. Fetterman has been a vocal supporter of Israel following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, emphasizing the need for Israel to defend itself and condemning Hamas for using civilians as shields. In contrast, Ocasio-Cortez has accused the Biden administration of enabling what she describes as a 'genocide of Palestinians' by providing arms to Israel, calling for an immediate halt to U.S. military aid. The exchange highlights the growing divide among Democrats on foreign policy, particularly regarding the U.S.'s support for Israel amid escalating violence in Gaza.