Melat Kiros, a congressional candidate from Colorado, attributed Israel's actions in the Middle East to a rise in attacks on Jewish individuals in other countries during an interview on July 3, 2026. Kiros recently won her primary in a Denver-area district, defeating incumbent Diana Degette. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser expressed concerns regarding Kiros's comments about a violent incident at a pro-Israel rally in Boulder last year, where a firebombing resulted in the death of 82-year-old Karen Diamond and injuries to others. Kiros acknowledged the attack as horrific and stated that Israel's actions are endangering Jewish people, emphasizing her commitment to combating rising antisemitism. The attacker, Mohamed Soliman, was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to state charges, including murder. Kiros has made her opposition to Israel a significant part of her campaign, aiming to address issues related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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Colorado candidate Melat Kiros discusses Israel's impact on Jewish safety
Melat Kiros, a Colorado congressional candidate, linked Israel's actions to increased antisemitism during an interview. Following her primary victory, she faced scrutiny from Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser regarding her comments on a violent incident at a pro-Israel rally. Kiros condemned the attack and expressed her intention to combat rising antisemitism.
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Socialist Colorado candidate blames Israel for 'putting Jewish people in great danger'
Colorado candidate Melat Kiros discusses Israel's impact on Jewish safety