Homeland Security's legal immigration agency said Wednesday that it 'condemns antisemitism' after a report that one of its employees is a former operative for the Palestinian Liberation Organization who posts anti-Israel screeds online.
The Department of Homeland Security logo is seen during a news conference in Washington, Feb. 25, 2015. The Department of Homeland Security has long had the ability to inspect facilities where chemicals are used or stored to make sure their …Homeland Security’s legal immigration agency said Wednesday that it “condemns antisemitism” after a report that one of its employees is a former operative for the Palestinian Liberation Organization who posts anti-Israel screeds online.
“USCIS strongly condemns antisemitism and the use of violent rhetoric in any form. USCIS employees are held to high ethical standards both on and off duty, including their presence on social media. Any violation of these standards is taken seriously by the agency,” said Matthew Bourke, a spokesperson for the agency.Ms. Ali’s online profile says she was responsible for ruling on immigration cases at Homeland Security and helped guide new hires.
The Daily Wire reported that Ms. Ali had posted images of Hamas militants and, after the initial Hamas attack, wrote on Instagram: “F*** Israel, the government, and its military. Are you ready for your downfall?”He was stunned that she was hired in the first place, given her background.
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