Anti-Israel activists shouted various insults at Rep. Byron Donald (R-Florida) when he appeared at a university in Washington, D.C., which was disrupted by protests.
Donald was among the Republicans on the House Oversight Committee who visited an encampment of anti-Israel protesters at George Washington University on Wednesday, amid a series of nationwide protests over the Gaza war. daily caller That afternoon, a video was released showing Donald being assaulted by a middle-aged man with a foreign accent who appeared to be participating in the protest.
“How much does AIPAC pay you, you son of a bitch?” the man asked about the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, an organization that advocates for policies favorable to Israel. This didn’t initially get a huge reaction, but when the same man asked, “How much is AIPAC paying you, race traitor?”, Donalds turned.
Another person in the audience can be heard retorting, “What do you mean, ‘race traitor’?”
Congressman Byron Donald and other Republican members of the House Oversight Committee inspect an encampment at George Washington University’s University Yard on May 1, 2024 in Washington, DC, USA. (Photo by Mostafa Bassim/Anadolu via Getty Images)
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The protester continued, “Yes! Yes! Uncle Tom!”
Another asked, “Why is the US supporting a Jewish supremacist country?”
The first protester went on the attack, saying, “Outside agitators are not allowed. You work for foreign companies, you bastards!”
Donalds coolly joked, “That guy’s really old to be in college, anyway-” before turning around to answer further questions.
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Donald declared that while he supports George Washington’s leadership, he will demand more action from the D.C. mayor.
“Trespassing is illegal. This is not hard,” he said of the protesters, adding, “I support the leadership of @GWtweets and I support law and order in our nation’s capital. Mayor Bowser. The time is now for the government to take action and eliminate this illegal practice.” Entered the camp at the request of the university. ”
George Washington issued a statement about the House committee members’ visit, saying, “University officials met with the group prior to the visit and informed the delegation of how GW responded to the demonstrations. We reaffirmed our commitment to everyone’s safety.” Students, freedom of speech, accountability for those who violate university policies, and campus stability where students can meet academic requirements and attend graduation ceremonies. ”
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FOX News Digital reached out to George Washington University and Donalds for comment, but have not yet received a response.
