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Protests and Criticism Surround Biden's State of the Union Amid Gaza Crisis

As President Biden addressed the nation, hundreds of pro-Palestine protesters and a wave of criticism highlighted the deep divisions over the U.S. role in the Gaza conflict.

Protesters demonstrate at Chicago's Federal Plaza in support of a ceasefire in Gaza, on March 7, 2024.
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Overview

  • Hundreds of pro-Palestine protesters attempted to block President Biden's motorcade route to the Capitol, demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
  • Biden's State of the Union speech attempted to address accusations of presiding over a genocide, promising humanitarian aid to Gaza without U.S. military involvement.
  • Critics from both the right and left condemn Biden's handling of the Gaza crisis, with some accusing him of enabling genocide through U.S. support for Israel.
  • A significant protest vote in the Democratic primaries reflects widespread dissatisfaction with Biden's stance on Gaza, hinting at potential electoral consequences.
  • The protests and criticism underscore a growing demand for a permanent ceasefire and an end to U.S. military funding to Israel.