U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's campaign office was vandalized with red paint by anti-Israel protestors on July 21. The vandalism coincided with AOC's recent vote against a bill to cut Israel's defense aid. A campaign manager reported no physical harm from the incident, though AOC faces ongoing security threats. Queens Rep. Grace Meng raised broader concerns about threats to lawmakers, noting the importance of distinguishing between valid protests and unacceptable actions like vandalism.
The campaign office of U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was vandalized with red paint, reportedly by anti-Israel protestors, in the early hours of July 21.
The vandalism occurred shortly after AOC opposed a bill to reduce Israel's defense aid, highlighting tensions surrounding political dissent and protests.
Oliver Hidalgo, AOC's campaign manager, stated that although the incident was unfortunate, no one was physically harmed and security threats against the congress member are frequent.
Queens US Rep. Grace Meng expressed concern over threats against lawmakers, emphasizing that while disagreement and protest are valid, vandalism and threats are unacceptable.
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