Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer found herself caught in a heated confrontation with a group of anti-Israel protesters last week as she celebrated her daughter’s college graduation at a local restaurant. The protesters, who were chanting about “genocide” in Gaza, approached Whitmer and demanded answers about her stance on the conflict. Security personnel promptly intervened to shield the governor from the demonstrators.
Video footage of the encounter shows the protesters repeatedly screaming at Whitmer, questioning how she could condone genocide and what actions she was taking to aid Palestinian children. Whitmer remained composed and attempted to address the group, expressing her empathy for the situation in Gaza and appealing for them to respect the occasion.
However, the protesters continued their relentless barrage of questions, pressing Whitmer on her perceived lack of concern for the Palestinian children killed in the conflict. In response, Whitmer reiterated her condemnation of the situation, calling it “heartbreaking.”
This incident marks the latest in a series of confrontations between anti-Israel protesters and Michigan officials. Last month, protesters at a rally in Dearborn chanted “death to America,” prompting Whitmer to issue a condemnation after facing criticism for her delayed response.
Governor Whitmer’s office has since confirmed that Fox News Digital has reached out for comment but has yet to provide a response. The incident has sparked a heated debate, with some criticizing Whitmer for not speaking out sooner against anti-Israel rhetoric. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
