US District Judge Dismisses Lawsuit on Israel’s Actions in Gaza, Citing Lack of Jurisdiction, But Offers Scathing Criticism
Oakland, California – A U.S. district judge in California dismissed a lawsuit on Wednesday that demanded the Biden administration to take action in order to stop Israel from bombing Gaza. U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White stated that he did not have jurisdiction over the matter while expressing strong criticism towards the administration. He acknowledged the possibility that Israel’s actions could qualify as genocide. The lawsuit was filed in November by Palestinian human rights organizations and individuals who lost family members in the Israeli assault following an attack by Hamas. The complaint sought to compel President … Read more