Biden acknowledges the "pain" that Arab Americans are experiencing because of Gaza. He added in an announcement issued by the White House that he feels “deep sadness” over the suffering of Arab Americans.
Many Muslims and Arabs in the U.S. urged the Democratic president to call for a permanent ceasefire, stop selling weapons to Israel, and use his influence to protect civilian lives. Protesters have been boycotting Biden campaign events and speeches, including a high-profile fundraising campaign in New York City on Thursday.