Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania openly criticized demonstrators in New York City, labeling them as “Pro-Hezbollah / Hamas troublemakers.” He urged the Democratic Party to take a firm stance against such actions.
“A mob of Pro-Hezbollah / Hamas agitators is clashing with law enforcement and intimidating the Jewish community near a synagogue and daycare in NYC,” Fetterman remarked in a post on the social media platform X on Wednesday.
“Why is my party silent?” he questioned.
Fetterman’s comments came in response to a shared post on X that included video footage capturing individuals engaging in what appeared to be anti-Zionist chants.
According to The Forward, a spokesperson for the Park East synagogue confirmed that the venue had been leased for the Great Israeli Real Estate Event.
The Forward reported that a spokesperson for Park East indicated that the synagogue had rented space for the Great Israeli Real Estate Event.
“Park East Synagogue remains steadfast in our commitment to peaceful worship, and we are grateful for the NYPD’s tireless efforts in protecting the community of our historic landmark synagogue,” a Park East Synagogue spokesperson said in a statement obtained by Fox News Digital.
Fetterman is a staunch supporter of Israel.
“In the face of consistent attacks, past and present, our special ally and its people have shown true strength and resilience,” he declared in a post on X last month.
“Israel: I’m proud to stand on the right side of history, and this voice and vote will never waver. Happy Independence Day!”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (right) shakes hands with staunchly pro-Israel Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., after delivering a controversial address to a joint session of Congress in Washington, D.C., July 24, 2024. (Allison Bailey/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)
In a March post, the senator declared, “As a Democrat, I’m deeply proud to stand with Israel through the horror of 10/07. I’m deeply proud of our military and what they’ve accomplished in Epic Fury. Picking country over party is never wrong.”
