State Department Fires Official Over Israel-Gaza Policy | JQJO

Shahed Ghoreishi, a State Department contractor, was fired after expressing views against the forced relocation of Palestinians from Gaza and questioning the use of "Judea and Samaria" to refer to the West Bank. His dismissal followed complaints from the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem and accusations from right-wing personality Laura Loomer. Ghoreishi, who drafted talking points on Israel and Gaza policy, claims his views aligned with President Trump's previous statements. The State Department cited misconduct, while Ghoreishi alleges political targeting and a worsening Israel-Palestine policy.