Ilhan Omar Lauren Boebert’s ‘Jihad Squad’ bigotry is ‘no laughing matter’

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Colorado Republican apologises for remarks in home districtMinnesota Democrat demands action from party leadersHow the threat of political violence is growing across USIslamophobic remarks by Lauren Boebert are “no laughing matter”, Ilhan Omar said, demanding action from congressional leaders – after the Colorado Republican said sorry.“Saying I am a suicide bomber is no laughing matter,” the Minnesota Democrat tweeted. “[House Republican leader] Kevin McCarthy and [Speaker] Nancy Pelosi need to take appropriate action, normalising this bigotry not only endangers my life but the lives of all Muslims. Anti-Muslim bigotry has no place in Congress.” Continue reading...

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