In a renewed effort to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.), Republicans Reps. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) and Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) introduced separate resolutions on Monday following Tlaib’s defense of using the controversial anti-Israel slogan “from the river to the sea.” The move, orchestrated through a procedural maneuver making the resolutions “privileged,” demands a vote on the matter within two legislative days.

This marks the second attempt within a week by Republicans to hold Tlaib accountable for her comments. The first effort, led by Greene, failed last week when the House voted against advancing the censure motion. The resolution faced opposition from 23 Republicans, who joined Democrats in voting to table the measure.

Rep Tlaib’s office swiftly responded to the renewed push, referring to Greene’s initial resolution as “deeply Islamophobic and attacks peaceful Jewish anti-war advocates.” Tlaib herself stood firm, expressing her pride in standing with Jewish peace advocates who called for a ceasefire and an end to the violence in the region. She vehemently stated, “I will not be bullied, I will not be dehumanized, and I will not be silenced.”

The controversy stems from Tlaib’s defense of the slogan “from the river to the sea,” which many in the Jewish community interpret as advocating for the elimination of Israel as a Jewish state. Tlaib, the House’s only Palestinian American, has maintained her stance, asserting that her support is for peaceful initiatives and an end to the ongoing conflict.

While the issue has sparked heated debates within the House, it also highlights the broader discussions around free speech and the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Advocates of Tlaib argue that her remarks are within the bounds of legitimate political discourse, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue on sensitive issues.

As the House prepares for the impending vote on the resolutions, tensions are running high on both sides of the aisle. The outcome of this latest effort to censure Tlaib remains uncertain, underscoring the challenges faced by lawmakers in addressing contentious topics while upholding the principles of democratic discourse.