Muslim American leaders in key battleground states have vowed to mobilize their communities against President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign due to his unwavering support for Israel and refusal to advocate for a ceasefire in Gaza. These leaders gathered in Dearborn, Michigan to protest Biden’s stance, expressing concerns that it could impact his support in crucial swing states during the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Democrats in Michigan have warned the White House that Biden’s handling of the Israeli-Gaza conflict may cost him significant support within the Arab American community, potentially affecting the outcome of the election. The #AbandonBiden campaign began in Minnesota and has since spread to other states, with Muslim Americans demanding a ceasefire and expressing discontent with Biden. This opposition from the Muslim and Arab American populations poses a challenge to the president’s prospects in the Electoral College. While it remains uncertain if Muslim voters would unite against Biden, even small shifts in support could sway the outcome in states where Biden had narrow victories in 2020, such as Michigan. Despite not expecting better treatment from former President Donald Trump, Muslim Americans see withholding their votes as their only way to influence US policy. The US administration, including Vice President Kamala Harris, has expressed support for Israel’s military objectives in Gaza, and reports indicate that the US has provided substantial military aid to Israel over the years. Experts believe that these American weapons are likely being used extensively against Palestinians in Gaza by Israeli forces. Moreover, the Iranian Foreign Ministry has accused the United States of being complicit in Israel’s “war crimes” and “genocide” against Palestinians in Gaza. As the conflict continues, the death toll of Palestinians, primarily women and children, continues to rise.
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