Jewish peace activist dragged, searched for protest at Congress
Police arrested unarmed Jewish activist Medea Benjamin while she was protesting at Congress against Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
Co-founder of the anti-war group Code Pink, Benjamin was dragged out and searched multiple times for interrupting a congressional hearing.
Footage shows officers handling her roughly, sparking outrage online.
She later said she and those with her were treated “like criminals” for speaking out peacefully.
Code Pink is a Jewish-led group known for nonviolent protests and calls to end U.S. military aid to Israel.
The video of the arrest has gone viral, with rights groups demanding answers.
There has been no official comment yet from Capitol Police.
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