The selections have prompted mixed reactions among Arab Americans and Muslims in Michigan, which went for Trump along with all six other battleground states.

Summary

Arab Americans who supported Trump in battleground states like Michigan express concerns over his key appointments, particularly pro-Israel figures like Mike Huckabee, Marco Rubio, and Elise Stefanik, who oppose a two-state solution and back Israel’s actions in Gaza.

While some voters hoped Trump would prioritize peace in the Middle East, his picks have fueled unease about his administration’s direction.

Outreach leaders like Massad Boulos, who engaged Arab American communities during Trump’s campaign, have yet to secure roles, leaving some supporters questioning their expectations of Trump’s policies.

  • Avid Amoeba@lemmy.ca
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    6 days ago

    “I just want you to think about what the alternative was,” said Abbas, referring to the current administration’s handling of Israel’s war in Gaza and its invasion of Lebanon. He added, “What did you expect from myself or many members of the community to do?”

    I see Abbas is still in the denial stage.

    • Goodmorningsunshine@lemmy.world
      211·
      6 days ago

      They’re always so eager to never once think critically and to always let themselves off the hook. I’m sorry, but on the brink of societal and ecological collapse, I equate those who refuse to think with those who actively destroy.

    • PugJesus@lemmy.worldEnglish
      11·
      6 days ago

      “I just want you to think about what the alternative was,” said Abbas, referring to the current administration’s handling of Israel’s war in Gaza and its invasion of Lebanon. He added, “What did you expect from myself or many members of the community to do?”

      “Think of what the alternative is” is exactly what we were saying.

      People are stupid. And because of that, we’ll suffer an incredible amount of harm that very easily could have been avoided.