Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Juliette Kayyem Faces Backlash Over Terrorism Comments

6/3/2025

50 9

Summary

Story summary

CNN commentator Juliette Kayyem is under fire for questioning the FBI's swift classification of a Colorado firebomb attack as terrorism. The incident, which injured eight at a pro-Israel rally, involved suspect Mohamed Sabry Soliman, who yelled "Free Palestine" during the attack. Critics are calling for Kayyem to apologize for her controversial comments.

1 of 1

Story summary

CNN commentator Juliette Kayyem is under fire for questioning the FBI's swift classification of a Colorado firebomb attack as terrorism. The incident, which injured eight at a pro-Israel rally, involved suspect Mohamed Sabry Soliman, who yelled "Free Palestine" during the attack. Critics are calling for Kayyem to apologize for her controversial comments.