Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized President Trump's comments suggesting the U.S. should take control of Gaza and expel the Palestinian population. In a press conference, Trump proposed that Gazans should go into exile, ratifying concerns about ethnic cleansing. Ocasio-Cortez emphasized this rhetoric is part of what she considers a genocidal approach towards Palestinians, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region linked to these discussions. She noted that Trump's intentions had been evident for some time, pointing to past statements from both Trump and Jared Kushner regarding Gaza.
Ocasio-Cortez described Trump's comments about taking over Gaza as ethnic cleansing, referring to the situation as one of the most horrific humanitarian catastrophes in modern history.
She emphasized that Trump's plans for Gaza indicate a pattern of behavior, stating this is a culmination of what she views as genocide against the Palestinian people.
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