Biden ‘appalled’ by anti-Israel protest at LA synagogue: ‘Unconscionable’

US President Joe Biden blasts conduct of anti-Israel protesters who attempted to block Jewish congregants from entering a synagogue in Los Angeles.

“I’m appalled by the scenes outside of Adas Torah synagogue in Los Angeles. Intimidating Jewish congregants is dangerous, unconscionable, antisemitic, and un-American,” reads a tweet from US President Joe Biden’s X account.

“Americans have a right to peaceful protest. But blocking access to a house of worship — and engaging in violence — is never acceptable,” he adds.

Protesters could be heard chanting for an intifada and reportedly used dousing bear spray on Jewish attendees, leading to clashes that had to be broken up by police.

The demonstration was held to protest a real estate event being held inside the synagogue, which reportedly included the sale of plots of land in the West Bank.