We will not let anyone get away with putting the Squad in harm’s way.
John,
Last night during her town hall in Minneapolis, a man rushed Ilhan and sprayed her with an unknown substance before being tackled to the ground.
Luckily, Ilhan is safe. But let’s be clear: this was an act of political violence. Donald Trump and the far right have relentlessly smeared Ilhan for years, stoking hate and encouraging threats against her and other members of the Squad. This incident is the latest, and proof that their attacks carry real danger, and we must take them seriously.
As long as Ilhan, Rashida, Ayanna, and Alexandria continue to speak out bravely against the injustices being committed by this administration, we know the threats against them will continue. We must do everything in our power to protect them and their loved ones from every attack, physical and otherwise, being leveled against them.
Will you make a donation right now to help protect the Squad and make sure they can keep fighting for us in Congress? Any amount, no matter how large or small, makes a difference.
Campaign security is a necessary and growing expense for the Squad, and it’s often paid for using campaign resources — resources that should be going towards organizing, meeting with voters, and building the kind of people-powered movement our communities deserve.
It’s beyond infuriating that, instead, campaign funds must now be used to defend our champions against dangerous incidents like the one that occurred during last night’s town hall.
But our champions don’t back down. It’s not who they are. In the moments after she was assaulted, Ilhan had this to say:
“We will continue. These f*cking *ssholes are not going to get away with this.”
She’s right, John. And there has never been a more urgent or important time to stand alongside her and the rest of our Squad. Because this team refuses to be intimidated, and won’t let anyone get away with putting them in harm’s way.
A donation of any size today will make all the difference. Together, we can make sure the Squad has enough resources to stay safe and secure and to continue leading our progressive movement in the halls of Congress.
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In strength and solidarity,
The Squad Victory Fund
