Muslim US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar apologized for her criticism of the pro-Israel lobby after dozens of her fellow lawmakers denounced her remarks as anti-Semitic.
“Anti-Semitism is real and I am grateful for Jewish allies who are educating me on the painful history of anti-Semitic Tropes”, Omar said. “This is why I unreservedly apologize”.
Though Omar apologized, she maintained her position that groups such as AIPAC, the National Rifle Association and the fossil fuel industry exercise undue influence in Congress.