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Congressman Khanna Detained by Armed Settlers During West Bank Visit
world9 days ago

Congressman Khanna Detained by Armed Settlers During West Bank Visit

During a West Bank visit, Rep. Ro Khanna and aides were blocked for 75–90 minutes by armed Israeli settlers brandishing rifles, with soldiers later seen talking with the settlers; the IDF said troops dispersed the civilians and did not participate in the blockade. Khanna used the incident to criticize U.S. arms support to Israel, call for sanctions on settler violence and outposts, and press for a political framework guaranteeing Palestinian sovereignty, while noting ongoing Palestinian restrictions and harassment in the territory.

via The Intercept|
#hilltop-youth#idf#israeli-settlers
Khanna Alleges Detention by Armed Settlers on West Bank Visit
world9 days ago

Khanna Alleges Detention by Armed Settlers on West Bank Visit

U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna said he and a small group were detained for more than an hour by Israeli settlers wielding American-made M4 rifles during a West Bank tour near Turmus Ayya; Israeli police and IDF intervened after the road was blocked, with authorities warning the tour leader but not alleging violence. Khanna framed the incident as illustrating the human toll of the occupation and signaled he is considering a 2028 presidential bid, as Democrats reassess U.S. policy and aid to Israel amid ongoing tensions over Palestinian rights.

via NBC News|
#israeli-settlers#m4-rifles#ro-khanna
US Lawmaker Detained by Armed Israeli Settlers in West Bank Visit
world9 days ago

US Lawmaker Detained by Armed Israeli Settlers in West Bank Visit

US Representative Ro Khanna says he was detained for about 90 minutes by armed Israeli settlers during a West Bank visit. Israeli forces later intervened and dispersed the settlers, with Khanna saying troops sided with the settlers. He was in Khirbet Zanuta to observe the occupation’s impact, a trip tied to his discussions as he weighs a potential 2028 presidential bid.

via BBC|
#detention#israel#ro-khanna
US Lawmaker Claims Israeli Army Helped Detain Him Amid West Bank Visit
world9 days ago

US Lawmaker Claims Israeli Army Helped Detain Him Amid West Bank Visit

US Representative Ro Khanna says he and his group were detained by armed Israeli settlers during a West Bank visit and that the Israeli army sided with the settlers, calling the incident a “huge mistake.” The episode highlights rising settler violence in the occupied territory and ongoing US debate over aid to Israel, with Khanna and others pushing to end or curb funding. Israel says troops intervened after settlers blocked vehicles near Khirbet Zanuta; Khanna described the detainment as targeted and noted the attackers were armed with US-made rifles.

via Al Jazeera|
#israel-west-bank#ro-khanna#settlers
US Lawmaker Detained by Armed Settlers in West Bank Visit
world9 days ago

US Lawmaker Detained by Armed Settlers in West Bank Visit

US Rep. Ro Khanna says he and a delegation were detained for about 90 minutes by armed Israeli settlers during a West Bank visit, with settlers blocking their convoy and the IDF arriving on the settlers’ side; he described the scene as a stark reminder of Palestinians’ daily realities under occupation and questioned the balance of U.S. support for Israel, noting the encounter ended after the US embassy and Israeli police intervened and that he is considering a 2028 presidential bid.

via The Guardian|
#idf#israeli-settlers#palestinian-occupation
politics1 month ago

Khanna bets on Platner in Maine race despite scandal

Rep. Ro Khanna is publicly backing Graham Platner in Maine’s Senate race despite a New York Times report detailing alleged misogynistic behavior and a Nazi-adjacent tattoo, arguing Platner deserves redemption and that he’s showing up for allies amid attacks. The stance highlights Khanna’s willingness to stand by controversial figures to help Democrats topple Susan Collins, a move that critics say could imperil the party’s bid and Khanna’s national ambitions.

via Politico|
#democrats#endorsements#graham-platner
politics1 month ago

Khanna Defends Platner Amid New Misogyny Allegations in Maine Senate Race

Rep. Ro Khanna defended his continued support for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite new reports of misogynistic behavior, saying voters should show him grace given his service and policy priorities, while stressing he would withdraw support if there were evidence of violence or sexual assault; the New York Times piece described unsettling conduct by Platner, which he has acknowledged but denied violence.

via Politico|
#graham-platner#maine-senate-race#misogyny-allegations
Trump slams Fox anchor and Democrat in Truth Social tirade
politics2 months ago

Trump slams Fox anchor and Democrat in Truth Social tirade

Trump unleashed a lengthy Truth Social rant attacking Fox News anchor Jacqui Heinrich and Rep. Ro Khanna after a Sunday interview, calling Khanna a wolf in sheep's clothing and slamming Fox's coverage as FAKE (Bullshit!); Khanna pushed back on X, saying Democrats will win the House and that he talks to everyone, including Trump voters, highlighting Trump's ongoing feud with female reporters and with Fox News.

via HuffPost|
#fox-news#jacqui-heinrich#politics
Silicon Valley Lawmakers Push 25th Amendment Move Against Trump Over Iran War Rhetoric
politics3 months ago

Silicon Valley Lawmakers Push 25th Amendment Move Against Trump Over Iran War Rhetoric

Silicon Valley lawmakers Ro Khanna, Zoe Lofgren, and Sam Liccardo are pressuring to initiate removal proceedings under the 25th Amendment in response to President Trump’s Iran-war remarks, arguing the president’s behavior threatens national and global security even after a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire; the delegation has scheduled a briefing on the amendment and related War Powers actions, reflecting significant Democratic opposition to Trump’s conduct.

via San José Spotlight|
#25th-amendment#politics#ro-khanna
Sanders seeks 5% annual wealth tax on billionaires to fund $4.4T of social programs
politics4 months ago

Sanders seeks 5% annual wealth tax on billionaires to fund $4.4T of social programs

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Ro Khanna unveiled a plan for a 5% annual wealth tax on America’s billionaires, projecting about $4.4 trillion in revenue to fund major social initiatives—including $3,000 per person checks for households under $150,000, a $60,000 minimum salary for teachers, expanded Medicare with dental/vision/hearing, and greater home‑health care through Medicaid. Economists Saez and Zucman estimate revenue assuming some tax avoidance, and the plan would modestly shrink top fortunes (e.g., Musk, Zuckerberg, Bezos) but is unlikely to pass in a GOP‑led Congress. It could serve as a litmus test for the 2028 Democratic primary, while California Gov. Newsom has warned against similar state taxes. Sanders and Khanna cast the proposal as a decisive reform to address inequality.

via The Washington Post|
#2028-democratic-primary#billionaire-tax#politics