Investigations are ongoing regarding the shocking bombing attacks on pro-Israel protesters in Boulder, Colorado. Meanwhile, mainstream media seems to be focusing on generating sympathy for the family of the suspected attacker, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, which some find perplexing.
A recent article in USA Today highlighted the detention of Soliman’s daughter along with four other children, with the White House indicating they are being processed for deportation. The article fell under criticism on social media for this portrayal.
Critics pointed out that the framing of the incident was troubling, suggesting a sanitization of language regarding such a serious attack. One response from Alex Zeldin, a contributor to the Washington Post, noted how the media was framing the issue, hinting at a bias in coverage.
While the article briefly mentioned Soliman’s immigration history, stating that he arrived in the U.S. on a travel visa in 2022 and allegedly overstayed it, concrete details about his family’s situation were scarce. It remains ambiguous if the family entered the country at the same time. However, the piece lauded the achievements of Soliman’s daughter, Habiba, who excelled academically, despite her initial language barriers.
The attack resulted in injuries to fifteen people. Federal authorities classify it as a terrorist act, yet local officials have refrained from using that term as investigations progress.
This inconsistency in tone around the article left many confused, especially given the brutal nature of the attack. Comments online voiced frustration that the focus remained on the suspect’s family instead of the victims, emphasizing the need for victim profiles and highlighting their suffering.
Additionally, it was reported that the suspected attacker planned the assault for over a year, seeking retaliation against a “Zionist” group in response to Israeli actions in Gaza.
