Florida Senate Nominee Angie Nixon Criticizes Israeli Prime Minister and U.S. Aid to Israel
Angie Nixon, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Florida, has voiced strong criticisms regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. military aid to Israel. Following her primary victory, Nixon appeared on Morning Joe, where she referred to Netanyahu as 'a war criminal who needs to answer to his crimes' and stated her opposition to sending U.S. money or weapons to Israel 'at this moment.' Her stance aligns with the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), an organization she recently joined, which advocates for Palestinian liberation. Nixon's campaign, while primarily focused on domestic issues like affordability and healthcare, has consistently included her views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She previously introduced a resolution in the Florida House in November 2023 calling for an immediate de-escalation and ceasefire, which was largely rejected. In May 2024, she joined pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of North Florida, expressing support for their cause. Her offic...