Senator John Kennedy accused Maya Berry of supporting Hamas and Hezbollah during a Senate hearing on hate crimes.

During a Senate hearing on hate crimes, Republican Senator John Kennedy confronted Maya Berry, executive director of the Arab American Institute, accusing her of supporting Hamas and Hezbollah. Berry denied these claims, expressing disappointment at the questioning. Kennedy's remarks drew widespread condemnation from civil rights groups and the Democratic-led Senate Judiciary Committee, highlighting rising threats against American Muslims, Arabs, and Jews amid escalating tensions.

September 17, 2024
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