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Pressley Demands Israel Release U.S. Citizen Sama Safi

8/12/2026

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) demanded Israel release 20-year-old U.S. citizen Sama Safi immediately.
Ayanna Pressley said Safi’s parents reported inhumane detention conditions and a worsening chronic health issue.
Ayanna Pressley urged President Donald Trump’s administration to secure Safi’s release, provide medical care, and end detentions.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) called for Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s resignation over the Safi case.

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) demanded Israel release 20-year-old U.S. citizen Sama Safi immediately.
Ayanna Pressley said Safi’s parents reported inhumane detention conditions and a worsening chronic health issue.
Ayanna Pressley urged President Donald Trump’s administration to secure Safi’s release, provide medical care, and end detentions.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) called for Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s resignation over the Safi case.