Media Slammed for Disgraceful Focus on Boulder Terror Suspect’s Family Over Victims

In a shocking turn of events, a mainstream media outlet has come under fire for its controversial coverage of the family of Mohamed Sabry Soliman, the prime suspect in a horrific firebombing attack targeting Jewish demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado. The article in question focused not on the victims—over a dozen injured, including an 88-year-old Holocaust survivor—but on the potential deportation of Soliman’s family, particularly his teenage daughter’s dashed dreams of studying medicine in the U.S.

The piece drew sharp criticism from multiple corners, including the White House, lawmakers, and commentators, who labeled it as disgraceful and a gross misstep in journalistic priorities. Senator Cynthia Lummis didn’t hold back, stating that the outlet should have directed its attention to the victims of this heinous act rather than sympathizing with the family of an alleged terrorist. The White House echoed this sentiment, demanding an apology to the victims and their families for what they called a misguided attempt to humanize the suspect’s kin.

Soliman, an Egyptian national who overstayed his visa, allegedly attacked peaceful Jewish marchers with Molotov cocktails. His family, now in federal custody with revoked visas, faces expedited removal. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has publicly stated that her agency is digging into whether the family had any knowledge of or role in the attack, emphasizing that Soliman’s actions will face the full weight of the law.

Public outrage has been palpable, with many questioning why a narrative of personal loss for the suspect’s daughter took precedence over the trauma inflicted on innocent victims. The outlet later revised its headline and content, claiming to provide a fuller picture, but the initial framing has left a bitter taste. This incident raises deeper questions about media responsibility in the face of tragedy—whose story deserves to be told, and at what cost?