Veterans Anthony Aguilar & Josephine Guilbeau Dragged, Removed, and Arrested from Senate Hearing

 In a tense and emotional scene on Capitol Hill, U.S. military veterans Anthony Aguilar—a retired Green Beret and whistleblower on aid-related misconduct—and former U.S. Army intelligence officer Josephine Guilbeau were dramatically escorted out and arrested during a Senate Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on ambassador nominations.

The two veterans disrupted the session by denouncing U.S. complicity in what they described as genocide in Gaza, with Aguilar warning, “Every American sitting at home right now needs to realize that you are paying for genocide,” and Guilbeau shouting, “They are complicit in the slaughter of babies!” Senate Foreign Affairs Chairman James Risch remarked, “Off to jail,” as officers led the veterans away in handcuffs. The incident was followed by outrage and attention across major media outlets.

Veterans Removed and Arrested from Senate Hearing

In a dramatic moment on Capitol Hill, two U.S. military veterans, Anthony Aguilar and Josephine Guilbeau, were dragged out, removed, and arrested after interrupting a Senate Foreign Affairs Committee hearing.

The veterans stood up during the confirmation hearings for U.S. ambassadors and directly accused lawmakers of being complicit in genocide in Gaza.

Why This Protest Matters

This arrest highlights growing veteran-led protests against U.S. foreign policy and military aid to Israel. Both Aguilar and Guilbeau have been outspoken critics, accusing the government of supporting war crimes through continued military funding and weapons sales.

Their actions also draw attention to the role of veterans as whistleblowers and activists, challenging official U.S. policy from a position of direct military experience.

Conclusion

The arrest of Anthony Aguilar and Josephine Guilbeau shows the rising frustration among U.S. veterans over foreign policy decisions and ongoing military aid. Their protest inside the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee has reignited conversations about American responsibility in global conflicts, freedom of speech, and the role of veterans in political activism.