State Department Staffers Express Dissent and Accuse White House of Mishandling Israel-Hamas Conflict

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken addressed rising criticism within the State Department over the Biden administration's policy on the Israel-Hamas war, as hundreds of government employees advocated for a ceasefire in Gaza. At least three cables criticizing the administration's policy have been filed with the Department's internal "dissent channel". Blinken acknowledged the emotional toll of the conflict on the workforce and the possible divisions within the ranks over policy. While the Department welcomes diverse voices, it is unlikely to profoundly change Biden's policy.