New Caucus In U.S. Congress Condemns Suspected Poisoning Of Iranian Girls

A school for girls in Shahinshahr, where the suspected poisonings happened.

A new bipartisan caucus in the U.S. Congress is condemning the Iranian government over the recent suspected poisoning of schoolgirls in the country, amplifying the growing criticism in Washington against the Islamic republic and its disregard for human rights. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (Democrat-Texas) announced the formation of the Iranian Women Congressional Caucus with the support of nearly 20 Republican and Democratic members of the House. To read the original story by AP, click here.