The Senate Judiciary Committee convened its first-ever congressional hearing on anti-Palestinian hate crimes on Tuesday, placing a spotlight on the tragic death of Wadea Al-Fayoumi, a 6-year-old boy from Plainfield, Illinois.
Wadea was fatally stabbed by his landlord 11 months ago, an act that has drawn attention to the rise of hate crimes targeting Palestinians.Chaired by Illinois Senator Dick Durbin, the hearing aimed to address the growing concerns of hate-fueled violence. Wadea's mother was in attendance, joining family members of other victims of hate crimes, including Rose Mallinger, the oldest victim of the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting.
"Since 2000, according to federal law enforcement, white supremacists have been responsible for more homicides than any other domestic extremist group," Durbin said.He emphasized the responsibility of public officials, regardless of party affiliation, to avoid inciting hatred.The hearing builds on a resolution introduced by Illinois Senators Durbin and Tammy Duckworth, along with Representatives Delia Ramirez and Lauren Underwood, to honor Wadea's memory.
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