Staff Reports
On Tuesday, after nearly a year of waiting for justice, Attorney General Merrick Garland finally decided to roll out the red carpet for Hamas, announcing criminal charges against their leader, Yahya Sinwar, along with a handful of co-conspirators. This was the first time American law enforcement had intervened since the brutal October 7 attack, which left many wondering if the DOJ was taking notes at a dart competition rather than dealing with real threats. Garland declared this would be just the opening act in what he promises will be a series of charges—more like a never-ending infomercial for justice, one might say.
The announcement comes on the heels of the tragic news that six hostages, taken by Hamas, were recently found murdered in tunnels. Among the victims was Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old American whose parents were practically the stars of the DNC just a few weeks ago. While Garland managed to nod towards this young man’s tragic fate during his statement, one has to wonder if he was more focused on the PR spin than the actual lives at stake.
A reporter asks Karine Jean-Pierre to clear up Biden's comments on Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Garland wasted no time blaming Hamas for their ongoing terror spree, detailing how these leaders have been practically running a decade-long murder lottery targeting American citizens and undermining U.S. national security. He emphasized how on that fateful October day, nearly 1,200 people were killed, including over 40 Americans, thanks to what he described as a well-orchestrated operation led by Hamas. The charges stretch from conspiracy to commit murder to using weapons of mass destruction. Who knew the DOJ had such an expansive playbook against terrorists while the rest of America was just trying to figure out how to pay for gas?
While Sinwar and his cohorts may face American justice in their absence—given they’re rumored to be tucked away in cozy subterranean hideaways—there’s a bitter aftertaste in the air. The Justice Department hints at further actions to come, claiming they’re just getting started. However, the reality remains complicated: several of those charged are already pushing up daisies, courtesy of other governments. Is this really the mighty blow to terrorism that it’s being marketed as?
As for the Biden administration, there’s a whole circus of mixed messages. After spending ample time enjoying the presidential beach house, Biden claimed to work “tirelessly” to resolve hostage situations while publicly pointing fingers at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. As Vice President Kamala Harris pushes for a ceasefire, many are left scratching their heads. Are they really tackling Hamas, or just hoping for a quick PR fix before the next crisis hits? Jean-Pierre’s press briefings have become legendary for their clarity—or lack thereof—leaving reporters and citizens alike baffled by the administration’s stance toward both allies and enemies.
So, while the DOJ is slowly tossing charges at Hamas leaders like confetti, the real question remains: Is the Biden administration more concerned about the optics and their political survival than putting true pressure on those committed to the murder of Americans? As the nation waits for results rather than mere rhetoric, it becomes clear that committing to action may require a stronger resolve than a press release can provide.
