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Rep. Walberg (R-MI) Calls for Gaza to Be Bombed “Like Nagasaki and Hiroshima”

HeadlineApr 01, 2024

While the pope called for peace, a Republican member of Congress has publicly suggested Gaza should be bombed “like Nagasaki and Hiroshima.” Congressmember Tim Walberg of Michigan made the comment during a recent town hall event.

Rep. Tim Walberg: “We shouldn’t be spending a dime on humanitarian aid. It should be like Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Get it over quick.”

After facing widespread criticism, Congressmember Tim Walberg, who is a former pastor, issued a statement claiming he was not advocating for the use of nuclear weapons in Gaza.

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