An art exhibit at the Chicago Cultural Center depicting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Uncle Sam as murderers has ignited controversy, with some residents accusing the museum of harboring antisemitism. The display, titled 'U.S.-Israel War Machine,' features violent imagery and has prompted heated debate at a city council meeting.
A controversial art display divided Chicago residents during a city council meeting this week, with some accusing a local museum of harboring antisemitism. The art display, which is called 'U.S.- Israel War Machine,' is on display at the government-run Chicago Cultural Center. It depicts Israel i Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Uncle Sam as murderers, showing the figures with blood-stained faces, bombs and other violent imagery.
Fox News Digital reached out to the Chicago Cultural Center for comment.
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