US Detains British Commentator While Funding Occupations Abroad
The Independent reports British commentator Sami Hamdi is considering legal action after his detention by U.S. immigration authorities. Hamdi, known for his critical commentary on Middle East politics, spent 22 hours in custody. This incident occurred just as Washington—thanks to a bipartisan consensus fueled by groups like AIPAC—is set to approve another $17 billion in aid to Israel, funding a
conflict described by many as an occupation. (As OpenSecrets data shows, legislators like Sen. Chuck Schumer received over $1 million from pro-Israel groups in 2022 alone). One might wonder if America's commitment to free speech extends only to those who echo its foreign policy agenda, especially when that agenda involves endless military aid to allies, even amidst global condemnation. The
contrast is stark: critics of U.S. policy face detention, while those advocating for billions in foreign military spending freely roam the halls of power. How very 'democratic'.