Hamas Must ‘Cease to Exist’: Sen. Tim Scott
Sen. Tim Scott, a Republican from South Carolina, has voiced his views on the conflict in Israel, President Biden’s Middle East foreign policy, and former President Trump’s comments on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Speaking at an event hosted by the Georgetown Institute of Politics and Public Service and The Associated Press, Scott criticized Trump’s recent remarks about Netanyahu, calling them “terrible and not helpful” considering the ongoing terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel.
Scott, who is also a presidential candidate seeking the Republican nomination in 2024, emphasized the importance of remaining loyal to allies while being fierce towards adversaries. He stated that anything less than that would put lives at risk. The senator further discussed the casualties of the current conflict, with over 4,200 people killed in Gaza and Israel since the start of Hamas’ October 7 attack. He mentioned the countless injuries and the horrifying acts of violence carried out by Hamas, including rape, torture, and murder.
Trump’s criticism of Netanyahu, stating that he had “let us down,” came during a speech where he also expressed concerns about Israel’s intelligence agencies and mentioned Hezbollah as a potential threat originating from the country’s north. However, Trump later expressed his solidarity with Israel and Netanyahu after facing backlash from fellow Republicans.
In contrast, Scott praised Netanyahu for showing “passion” and “humanity” in his response to Hamas’ attack. He highlighted Netanyahu’s restraint in taking immediate action and spoke about the moral values demonstrated by the Israeli prime minister.
The senator also addressed the issue of accepting Palestinian refugees, aligning himself with other Republicans, such as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Arizona Representative Andy Biggs. Scott disagreed with the idea of bringing in Palestinian refugees, raising concerns about the Biden administration’s ability to ensure the safety of those admitted.
Other Republican figures, including Senator Marco Rubio and Senator Tom Cotton, have also expressed their stance on the matter. Rubio suggested revoking visas for foreign nationals who defend or support Hamas, while Cotton called for the deportation of foreign nationals, including those on student visas, who have expressed support for Hamas and terrorism.
In conclusion, Senator Tim Scott firmly stated that Hamas must “cease to exist,” expressing his support for Israel and urging for a strong stance against terrorism.
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