05.03.2026 08:42
Former U.S. Marine Sergeant Brian McGuinness protested Israel at the Capitol building in Washington. McGuinness, who said, "We do not want to go to war with Iran for Israel," was removed from the building by security personnel. The protest brought discussions about U.S. Middle East policy and tensions with Iran back to the forefront.
A notable protest took place in the Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Former Marine sergeant Brian McGuinness protested the support given to Israel and the tensions with Iran.
During the protest, McGuinness stated, "We do not want to go to war with Iran for Israel," arguing that the U.S. should not enter a new war on behalf of another country.
SCUFFLE WITH SECURITY
Following the protest in the Capitol building, security personnel intervened and removed McGuinness from the building. It was reported that there was a brief moment of tension during the incident, but no serious event occurred.
WAR TENSION IN THE U.S.
The U.S. Middle East policy and the tensions with Iran have recently been at the center of political debates in the country. Particularly, some activists and anti-war groups criticize the Washington administration's military actions in the region.
This protest in the Capitol also brought to light that discussions regarding the U.S. policy towards Israel and the potential for conflict with Iran continue in the country.