Far-left lawmakers struggle to embrace a ceasefire they’ve long demanded

Far-left Lawmakers' Response to Ceasefire

The relatively muted comments from anti-Israel lawmakers on the ceasefire brokered by President Donald Trump underscore their reluctance to praise a major diplomatic breakthrough, despite it aligning with their interests in ending the two-year war in Gaza.

Notable figures, such as Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN), have been vocal about their opposition to Israel, but have shown little enthusiasm for a ceasefire that could potentially end the conflict.

A ceasefire and hostage-release agreement between Israel and Hamas was met with a lack of enthusiasm from Democratic detractors of Israel in Congress.

This response is surprising, given that these lawmakers have long advocated for an end to the war in Gaza.

Author's summary: Lawmakers struggle to support a ceasefire they once demanded.

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Jewish Insider Jewish Insider — 2025-10-11

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