Republican officials recently attacked Israel’s leadership from the floor of the U.S. Senate, saying they “stand with Israel” even as he continues to hold aid to Israel “hostage” to his “petty politics.” He harshly criticizes the top Democratic senator, Chuck Schumer (New York), for making this claim. ”
“As Israel comes under attack from Iran, we stand with Israel and its people and the United States will do everything in its power to help Israel defend itself against Iran,” Schumer said in a post on X on Sunday. Stated.
As Israel comes under attack by Iran, we stand with Israel and its people, and the United States will do everything in its power to help Israel defend itself against Iran.
— Chuck Schumer (@SenSchumer) April 13, 2024
But in March, when Iran was planning a major attack on Israel, Schumer accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said top Democrats had “lost their way” in a major speech in the Senate in which they attacked the Israeli government and called for new elections.
Additionally, Schumer has previously criticized the House Republican aid bill for Israel as lacking substance and calling it a “joke.”
Republican lawmakers were quick to point out Schumer’s hypocrisy.
“So, Sen. Schumer, why did you vote down the Israel aid bill?” asked Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah).
So why did you kill the Israel aid bill, Senator Schumer? https://t.co/X1UxCASwZp
— Mike Lee (@SenMikeLee) April 14, 2024
“Good!” Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz wrote. “Then let’s vote on Monday on the emergency military aid bill to Israel that you blocked! And every Democratic senator voted for you.”
“Let us all unite with Israel and fight 100-0,” he added.
good! @Chuck Schumer
Then vote on Monday for the emergency military aid bill you blocked!
And every Democratic senator voted for you.
Let us all unite with Israel and fight 100-0. 🇺🇸🇱🇺🇸🇱🇺🇸 https://t.co/jT3P7DM1yI
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) April 14, 2024
“Since the unprovoked and brutal attack on October 7th, we have brought aid to Israel to the Senate floor four times. Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats have blocked our efforts each time,” said Roger Marshall. said Sen. (R-Kansas).
“Actions speak louder than words,” he added.
Since the unprovoked and brutal attack on October 7, we have delivered aid to Israel to the Senate floor four times. Chuck Schumer and Senate Democrats blocked our efforts every time.
Actions speak louder than words. https://t.co/AvhYAnGM0m
— Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) April 14, 2024
Rep. Beth Van Dine (R-Texas) wrote:
It’s been 163 days since the @HouseGOP sent Chuck Schumer a solo aid package to support our ally Israel. As President Biden appeases terrorists and weakens Israel, Mr. Schumer is not only complicit, but refuses to accept this aid and is emboldening Iran’s unwarranted attacks on Israel.
“Senator Schumer, with sirens wailing in Israel, when are you going to stop holding aid to Israel hostage to your petty politics?” she added.
163 days have passed since then. @HouseGOP Chuck Schumer sent a solo aid package to support ally Israel. As the Biden White House appeases terrorists and weakens Israel, Schumer is not only complicit, but also emboldens Iran by refusing to accept this aid… https://t.co/rapXX0KAUd
— Rep. Beth Van Duyne (@RepBethVanDuyne) April 13, 2024
“1. Retract your call to overturn the Israeli government in the midst of war. 2. Call for a vote as soon as possible on the emergency military aid bill you blocked,” said Sen. Eric Schmidt. (R-Missouri) wrote.
1. Withdraw calls to overturn the Israeli government during the war.
2. Call for a vote as soon as possible on the emergency military aid bill you blocked. https://t.co/RWVrqEKGmt
— Eric Schmitt (@Eric_Schmitt) April 14, 2024
“Remember when you supported the Iran deal?” asked Republican New York City Councilwoman Inna Vernikov.
Remember when you supported the “Iran deal”? https://t.co/92yH4o1Pim
— Congresswoman Inna Vernikov (@InnaVernikov) April 14, 2024
“Let’s start by passing the SHIP Act now! We must cut off Iranian terrorist financing at its root, Iran’s illegal oil trade, both by proxy and now by direct attacks on Israel.” “We must,” wrote Republican Congressman Mike Lawler of New York.
Let’s start by passing the SHIP Act now! We must cut off Iranian terrorist financing from its source, from Iran’s illegal oil trade, by proxy, and now by direct attacks on Israel. not. @AIPAC https://t.co/qiEK46y46r
— Mike Lawler (@lawler4ny) April 14, 2024
“We all know that Iran liked Mr. Schumer’s attack on Israel speech last month more than anyone else,” wrote Matt Whitlock, a former spokesman for the National Republican Senatorial Committee. “With friends like this…”
As you know, Iran liked Schumer’s attack on Israel speech last month more than anyone else.
With friends like this… https://t.co/hASZoFozhd
— Matt Whitlock (@mattdizwhitlock) April 13, 2024
As Breitbart News reported, Iran attacked Israel attacked with a swarm of more than 300 drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles between Saturday and Sunday. Israeli air defense systems intercepted most of them. The US, UK and Jordan also intercepted Iranian drones.
Sunday, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Said It said it had prevented 99% of Iranian drones and missiles from reaching their targets, a “significant strategic achievement.”
Joshua Klein is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email jklein@breitbart.com. Follow him on Twitter @Joshua Klein.
