Michigan Republican congressman suggests nuking Gaza, ending humanitarian aid
Michigan U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg criticized for suggesting nuclear weapons use in Gaza during a town hall, sparking backlash and calls for resignation.
- Bilawal Riaz
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Michigan U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg faced criticism after suggesting that nuclear weapons should be used on Gaza as a metaphor to support Israel’s elimination of Hamas. His office clarified that this was in response to troop deployment questions and aimed at saving lives. Various politicians condemned his remarks as advocating genocide and lacking empathy for Palestinian lives. Walberg’s statement was made during a town hall in Dundee and also included controversial comments about aid to Ukraine. The video of his remarks sparked backlash and calls for his resignation.