Democrats Reaffirm 'Ironclad' Commitment to Israel's Security

At the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, delegates overwhelmingly endorsed a platform with a strong commitment to Israel's security, reinforcing their "ironclad" support. The vote saw no opposition on the floor, with delegates erupting in chants of "USA" after the platform's adoption. However, outside the convention, a group of anti-Israel protesters, expressing their opposition to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, breached a police fence. Several of these protesters were detained after tearing down parts of the security barrier, leading to tense moments with law enforcement.

The protests took place as President Joe Biden prepared to address the convention, with demonstrators accusing him and Vice President Kamala Harris of supporting what they termed "genocide" in Gaza. The situation drew parallels to the 1968 Democratic Convention protests, with chants of "End the occupation now" echoing through the crowd. The protests underscore the deep divisions within the Democratic Party over its stance on Israel, despite the strong pro-Israel position adopted by the convention delegates.