President Donald Trump's declaration that the U.S. would take over the Gaza Strip has sparked outrage and criticism from Democrats. Trump made the statement during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Democrats took to social media and television to respond, calling the declaration 'ethnic cleansing' and warning of the consequences of a U.S. invasion of Gaza. Anti-Trump Republicans also criticized the plan, with former Congressman Justin Amash calling it a 'reckless occupation' and 'ethnic cleansing.' Democrats noted that the effort would never pass in Congress.