Democrat Rep. Ro Khanna is back in the headlines, and once again, it has nothing to do with common sense or real leadership. Khanna claims he was “detained” in the West Bank—painting himself as some sort of victim of Israeli security. The reality? Israel’s ambassador made it clear Khanna’s tall tale was nothing but a political stunt. But what else do we expect from the modern left?
Liberals love to play the victim card, especially when it comes to America’s allies. When Democrats aren’t bashing our own country, they’re quick to throw Israel under the bus to win points with their radical base. Instead of supporting Israel, the only true ally we have in the region, Khanna leapt at the chance to dramatize his visit. This is typical from the party that cheers for chaos at home and weakness abroad.
It wasn’t just Khanna’s “detention” story that was pathetic—it was how easily the truth smashed apart his narrative. Israel takes security seriously, and that’s exactly why they’re still standing strong in a hostile neighborhood. If Khanna didn’t like getting checked, maybe he shouldn’t support policies that coddle terrorists or undermine Israeli defense.
The left’s double standard is on full display. When Democrats travel to hostile areas, they expect royal treatment—no questions asked. But when Americans are victims of crime in their own cities, the same politicians call for defunding police and open borders. Hypocrisy like this would be laughable if the consequences weren’t so serious.
Ro Khanna’s exaggerations aren’t just embarrassing—they’re dangerous. These phony sob stories are fuel for anti-Israel propaganda and the globalist activists who want to tear down America’s best alliances. Maybe if Democrats got half as upset about Americans being attacked in our own cities as they do about their own airport security delays overseas, this country wouldn’t be in such a mess. Where’s the outrage for our own people? That’s a question the left is terrified to answer.
Source: Redstate
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