Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib found herself emotional on the House floor Tuesday as she defended her views on the deadly conflict in the Middle East. Tlaib, who is facing a second censure resolution over her criticism of Israel, became tearful while addressing her colleagues.

The resolution, introduced by Republican Rep. Rich McCormick of Georgia, aimed to censure Tlaib for what he referred to as "promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel." Tlaib has faced criticism for her use of the phrase "from the river to the sea," which some view as a call for the end of Israel's existence. Tlaib, however, clarified that it represents an "aspirational call for freedom, human rights, and peaceful coexistence, not death, destruction, or hate."

Joined by her progressive Democratic colleagues, Tlaib asserted that she would not allow herself to be silenced and accused her fellow lawmakers of distorting her words. She passionately stated, "I can't believe we have to say this but Palestinian people are not disposable." After a few seconds of tears, she was comforted by Rep. Ilhan Omar.

Tlaib emphasized that all individuals, regardless of faith or ethnicity, deserve the right to speak up and save lives. She questioned why the cries of Palestinian children appeared different to some members of Congress. She urged her colleagues not to lose sight of their shared humanity.

House Democrats attempted to table the McCormick resolution but were unsuccessful. The censure resolution will undergo final passage voting on Wednesday. It's important to note that a censure resolution does not hold power beyond publicly condemning the member's actions and requires a simple majority to pass.

This will be the second censure attempt within weeks concerning Tlaib's controversial comments about Israel. The first resolution, brought by Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, was defeated in a vote of 222-186. Tlaib drew criticism in the past for refusing to apologize for blaming Israel for a hospital blast in Gaza, which U.S. officials identified as caused by a Palestinian Islamic Jihad rocket.

Tlaib's recent push for a cease-fire amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict has also faced opposition. She accused President Joe Biden of supporting a Palestinian "genocide" and called for him to listen and represent the voices of all Americans.

Later today, the House is expected to discuss Greene's revised resolution to censure Tlaib, which focuses on her alleged role in inciting an "illegal occupation" during an October pro-Palestinian protest at the United States Capitol Complex.