Staff Reports
On the latest episode of NewsNation’s “The Hill,” Representative Adam Smith from the House Armed Services Committee – a known Democrat from Washington State – had some thoughts on President Biden’s recent comments about Israel on CNN. Smith believes the White House should do some “cleaning up” and emphasize their ongoing support for Israel, stating that any appearance of distancing from Israel only emboldens Hamas to continue their aggression.
Smith went on to mention that Biden’s words did not accurately represent the administration’s stance and echoed a fellow Democrat’s concerns about showing weakness. According to Smith, Hamas is the main obstacle to achieving a ceasefire, as they have been blocking an agreement for months. Despite Israel’s efforts to negotiate, Hamas is demanding unreasonable conditions, including the unilateral surrender of Israel.
Top House Armed Services Dem on Biden Israel Threat: ‘White House Needs to Clean It Up’ or It Emboldens Hamas
Hamas is alrady declaring victory because it has turned Biden against Israel. But they're too stupid to realize he's just pandering for votes.https://t.co/3CP8H7KOpH
— Maat (@Maat93489673) May 10, 2024
In his critique, Smith touched upon concerns about Israel’s handling of the conflict in Gaza, particularly regarding humanitarian aid and civilian protection. He argued that Israel’s slow response to humanitarian needs and potential lack of care for civilian casualties could harm its own security in the long run. While Smith acknowledges the need for improvement in certain areas, he emphasized that pushing for better practices is different from abandoning support for Israel altogether.
Overall, Smith’s remarks highlight the complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict and the importance of clarifying positions to avoid misunderstandings that could benefit hostile entities like Hamas. You can follow more of Ian Hanchett’s insights on Twitter for additional perspectives on current events.
