Republican responds to criticism after calling for Gaza to be 'like Hiroshima'
Rep. Tim Walberg compares Gaza to Hiroshima and Nagasaki amid calls for resignation.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Michigan Representative Tim Walberg made comments likening Gaza to Hiroshima and Nagasaki, sparking controversy and calls for his resignation. Walberg clarified that he did not advocate for nuclear weapons but used a metaphor for swift conflict resolution. The remarks came during a discussion on aid to Gaza and support for Israel in defeating Hamas. Fellow politicians criticized his comments for lacking empathy towards innocent lives in Gaza.