An anti-Israel activist directed a series of epithets at Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., during a visit to George Washington University in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred as Donalds, a member of the House Oversight Committee, was engaging with anti-Israel protesters at the college campus.
In a video released by The Daily Caller, a middle-aged man with a foreign accent can be seen confronting Donalds with hostile remarks. The man questioned Donalds, asking, 'How much is AIPAC paying you, you bastard?' in reference to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, a pro-Israel lobbying organization.
As the confrontation escalated, the man hurled further insults at Donalds, calling him a 'race traitor' and an 'Uncle Tom.' Another individual in the crowd expressed shock at the use of such derogatory language.
The protester continued his verbal assault, questioning why the United States supports what he described as a 'Jewish supremacist country.' He accused Donalds of being a 'foreign entity' and an 'outside agitator.'
In response to the attacks, Donalds maintained his composure and humor, remarking on the protester's age and implying that he did not belong on a college campus. Despite the tense exchange, Donalds engaged with the protesters and fielded additional questions.
The incident highlights the charged atmosphere surrounding discussions on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the differing perspectives held by individuals on the issue. It also underscores the challenges faced by public figures like Rep. Byron Donalds when engaging with passionate activists in public settings.
