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Rep. Rashida Tlaib Faces Smear Campaign Over Fabricated Antisemitic Quote by Jake Tapper and Dana Bash

Sep 23, 2024, 09:39 PM

A coordinated smear campaign has been launched against Rep. Rashida Tlaib, alleging she made antisemitic comments about Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, along with David Chalian, have been accused of fabricating a quote attributed to Tlaib, suggesting she questioned Nessel's ability to perform her duties due to her Jewish faith. The Council on American-Islamic Relations Michigan (CAIR-MI) condemned the false accusations, labeling them a 'blatant and hateful hoax.' Critics argue that this misinformation campaign is irresponsible journalism and have called for CNN, the Jewish Insider, and the ADL to issue a retraction and apology. The controversy has overshadowed other important issues, including previous Islamophobic attacks on Tlaib.