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“Israel has every right to defend itself against Hamas terrorists and has shown great restraint in its actions,” stated Rep. Richard Hudson (R-N.C.).
“Increased funding will go towards the development of new technologies to maneuver and support Israel’s security needs and the ultimate defeat of the terror tunnels,” stated Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.).
“The recent Israeli air strike that resulted in additional deaths of humanitarian aid workers, this time of World Central Kitchen staff, cannot be tolerated,” said Rep. Rosa DeLauro, of Connecticut.
The congressman from New York, who is one of Israel’s strongest supporters on Capitol Hill, spoke with JNS during his brief trip.
Rep. Anthony D’Esposito introduced legislation, he told JNS, because “Israel should have a seat at the table in decisions that are being made in the processes moving forward.”
“We will work together to upgrade the humanitarian aid to Gaza and to bring the hostages back home,” the Israeli president said.
“The security measures these funds have supported at Jewish facilities across the country have saved lives and prevented tragedy,” the groups said.
“The U.N. has always been unwilling to condemn this group of terrorists, cowards and rapists,” Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman wrote.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said, “I welcome the opportunity for the prime minister of Israel to speak to Congress in a bipartisan way.”
The agency’s largest donor country paused its contributions in January after Israel revealed its terror ties, including to the Oct. 7 massacre.
The Jewish New York senator even drew gentle criticism from a fellow Democrat.
Schumer drew sharp criticism from Republicans and from Jewish organizations for saying that Netanyahu should be voted out of office.
