She maintains that she has always condemned antisemitism and believes her comments are factually correct, asserting that the Labour leadership wants her out.

Her suspension coincides with the party's move to strip the whip from four other MPs for breaches of discipline, reflecting Starmer's authority within the party.

Supporters such as Baroness Chakrabarti and Owen Jones argue that Abbott's comments reflect the complexities of racism and should not diminish the experiences of Jewish and Traveller communities.

Abbott, who is an ally of former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, has faced ongoing controversy over her views on antisemitism and Israel, which have caused divisions within the party.

Abbott, a long-serving MP and known for her fight against various forms of racism, previously faced backlash in 2023 for comparing racism faced by people of color to other types, leading to her suspension from the Labour Party.

Despite her past apology, Abbott recently stated in an interview that she has no regret over her comments, emphasizing distinctions between different types of racism.

Abbott's suspension is an administrative measure while the Labour Party conducts an investigation into her remarks, amid broader efforts by leader Keir Starmer to enforce discipline among MPs.

Her supporters, including figures like John McDonnell, have defended her, urging critics to consider her full interview and her stance on racism.

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and a Labour spokesperson reiterated that there is no place for antisemitism in the party and emphasized that Abbott's comments will be assessed according to party rules.

As part of her reinstatement, Abbott received a formal warning and completed an antisemitism awareness course, reaffirming her stance that different forms of racism are not the same.

Despite her suspension, Abbott remains a prominent figure in her community, claiming strong local support and highlighting her reinstatement after previous disciplinary issues.

Abbott claims the Labour leadership 'wants her out' and criticizes their handling of her comments, which she describes as 'factually correct'.