Stefanik advocates for eradicating Hamas and praises Trump’s policies in address to Israeli Knesset

House GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik delivers fiery speech at Israeli Knesset, calling for total victory against Hamas

House GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik made headlines with her impassioned speech at the Israeli Knesset on Sunday, where she called for “total victory” against Hamas in the wake of the October 7 terrorist attacks. Stefanik, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, criticized the Biden administration and called for a return to Trump’s policies.

Stefanik’s speech marked her as a leading proponent of Trump’s agenda and a vocal critic of the Biden administration. She condemned the spread of antisemitism on college campuses and called for ideological self-defense against the “vile virus” of antisemitism.

In a rare move, Stefanik publicly criticized President Biden for blocking military aid to Israel, stating that there is “no excuse” for such actions. The Biden administration has paused the shipment of some bombs to Israel but has initiated a new $1 billion arms deal for the country.

Stefanik’s speech drew attention to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, where human rights groups have accused Israel of committing war crimes. Stefanik defended Israel’s actions, pointing to Hamas’ use of “civilian shields” and emphasizing Israel’s respect for human rights.

Stefanik’s speech highlighted the divide between the White House and House GOP on issues related to Israel and the Middle East. She called on House Republicans to provide moral leadership and support for Israel, applauding a House-passed bill that would prevent Biden from withholding weapons transfers to Israel.

Overall, Stefanik’s speech at the Israeli Knesset underscored the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in the region and the ongoing debate over US policy towards Israel and the Middle East.