"Palestinian-American Leaders Decline Blinken Meeting, Protests Disrupt DC Traffic"

Palestinian-American leaders declined an invitation to meet with Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss the humanitarian situation in Gaza, citing frustration with the U.S. strategy in the region. Arab, Muslim, and Palestinian communities across the U.S. have expressed anger and disappointment with the Biden administration's support of Israel's assault on Gaza, leading to protests and a campaign to abandon support for Biden's re-election. The rejection of the meeting comes amid ongoing criticism and pressure on the U.S. to call for a ceasefire and do more to protect Gazan lives.