A Republican senator, a member of the Foreign Relations Committee, criticized President Biden's administration for withholding high payload bombs from Israel, stating that this decision has inadvertently strengthened the Hamas terror group. The senator expressed concerns about the administration's competence and compared the situation to how Biden handled Afghanistan, accusing him of mismanagement.
The senator highlighted that the decision to withhold weapons from Israel could be playing into the hands of terrorists, as Hamas was reportedly negotiating a ceasefire before the announcement. He also commended Israel for its efforts to avoid civilian casualties during the conflict in Gaza.
President Biden's threats to withhold offensive aid from Israel have sparked criticism, with the House Oversight Committee launching an investigation to determine if any laws were violated. The committee chairman raised questions about the decision-making process and timing of the announcement, requesting a congressional briefing and related documents from the White House National Security Council.
Former President Trump and his supporters have accused Biden of engaging in a quid pro quo with Israel, suggesting that aid may be conditioned on changes to foreign policy. The situation has drawn parallels to Trump's impeachment over a similar issue involving Ukraine.
