Texas office of Rep. Monica De La Cruz vandalized over her support of Israel: 'I make no apologies'
The Republican has been a vocal ally of 'our Jewish brothers and sisters in light of the worst massacre of Jews since the Holocaust'
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}The South Texas office of U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz was vandalized this week by pro-Hamas sympathizers angry over her solidarity with Israel, the Republican congresswoman said Thursday.
De La Cruz has expressed support for Israel amid its military response to the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas terrorists that killed 1,400 Israelis in communities near the Gaza Strip. Many pro-Palestinian supporters have criticized Israel for its bombardment of Gaza, which has resulted in thousands of deaths.
"On October 7th, Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists murdered over 1,000 innocent civilians, including many Americans, in the single largest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust," De La Cruz said in a statement. "These savages burned babies in ovens, decapitated toddlers in front of their families, tortured parents before their children, and continue to hold hundreds of hostages."
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De La Cruz posted photos on X showing messages criticizing her support of Israel outside her McAllen, Texas, office. (U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz)
De La Cruz released images on X showing her office in the border city of McAllen vandalized with spray paint. On a window read the message: "Israel kills Jews too." Another on the ground said: "You can't escape your crimes Monica."
Another accused Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians with the support of De La Cruz.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}"The pro-Hamas activists who have vandalized my office may disregard the importance of standing with our Jewish brothers and sisters during their darkest hour, but I do not," she said. "My support for Israel and the Jewish community is, always has been, and always will be unwavering. I make no apologies for standing firmly against anti-Semitism. These vandals will not intimidate or silence me."
De La Cruz noted that South Texas has a "small but vibrant Jewish community." She said her office contacted authorities and local rabbis to offer them support.
De La Cruz posted photos on X showing red graffiti on her office windows. (U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz)
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