Senator Lindsey Graham Confronts Newsmax Reporter Over Question on Rep. Rashida Tlaib's Israel Comments

Graham asks for removal of Newsmax reporter who pressed for comment on Tlaib's disputed claim in tweet that Israel was behind the bombing of a hospital in Gaza, amid a bipartisan visit to show U.S. support for Israel.

Senator Lindsey Graham confronted a Newsmax reporter, Daniel Cohen, during a bipartisan press conference in Israel. The dispute began when Cohen asked for comments on Representative Rashida Tlaib's tweet condemning Israel for a hospital explosion in Gaza.
Graham asked that Cohen be removed from the room, saying he wouldn't allow him to 'screw this up.' Cohen insisted it was a 'fair question,' maintaining his right to ask as an Israeli citizen.
Representative Tlaib, the only Palestinian American member of Congress, has faced widespread criticism for her response to the Israel-Hamas conflict, including her call for the U.S. to stop supporting the Israeli military. Tlaib's tweet, blaming Israel for the hospital bombing and killing of 500 Palestinians, triggered particular outrage.
Despite the heated exchange, Graham later apologized to Cohen, admitting his 'nerves are raw.' He urged not to judge all Democrats by the actions of 'the Squad,' of which Tlaib is a member, or all Republicans by certain statements heard.
Graham emphasized the aim of the bipartisan press conference, stating they came together to show U.S. support for Israel. He urged Congress to swiftly pass a bill aiding Israel and Ukraine's defenses and criticized Tlaib and other progressive members of Congress for failing to condemn Hamas and support Israel.