—Ben Jacobs (@Bencjacobs) August 15, 2019
The Democratic lawmakers were scheduled to arrive on Sunday on a trip organized by the non-profit organization Miftah, which is led by a Palestinian lawmaker and peace negotiator.
The congresswomen have been outspoken in their criticism of Israel and US-Israel policy. Omar has made comments widely denounced as anti-Semitic, including by members of her own party.
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