Rashida Tlaib continues to serve as the U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 12th Congressional District, a position she has held since 2019. Tlaib is a founding member of the progressive ‘Squad’ and is known for her advocacy on issues such as workers’ rights, environmental justice, and Palestinian rights. Born in Detroit to Palestinian immigrant parents, Tlaib made history in 2008 as the first Muslim woman elected to the Michigan State Legislature. She has been vocal in her opposition to the Israeli onslaught in Gaza and held up a ‘war criminal’ sign when Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed Congress.