First on FOX: Representative Elise Stefanik from New York has asked Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate certain doctors under the Counter Terrorism Act.
In a letter that was reviewed, Stefanik accuses these doctors—often referred to by the French acronym MSF—of attacking the media associated with the US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and making claims of “orchestrated murders.”
She stated, “Mirror propaganda, heavily promoted by Hamas, could undermine the large humanitarian food operation that’s currently underway in Gaza.”
The US-supported Gaza Aid Group has countered that doctors are, in fact, bashing them without justification and spreading “false claims.”
Since beginning operations in May, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has distributed 167 million meals. However, during that same time, less than 18% of the aid sent to Gaza by the UN managed to reach its intended recipients, largely due to theft and armed looting, according to the UN office for project services.
Stefanik said in her letter, “By using its platform to promote disinformation that aligns with Hamas, MSF may be engaging in illegal activities.” She believes the anti-terrorism law supports designated terrorist groups, including those disseminating propaganda, noting that it does not recognize individuals or organizations as beyond reproach.
Furthermore, Hamas has reportedly infiltrated US-assisted Gaza aid sites, forcing a temporary halt to operations.
Stefanik shared concerns about MSF’s apparent lack of neutrality in the Gaza conflict, arguing that it seems to echo Hamas’s rhetoric. She noted the organization’s silence on hostages held illegally by Hamas, some of whom require specialized medical care, highlighting specific cases of individuals in need.
In discussing hostages, she mentioned one involved in a cancer treatment, another who lost his hand in an explosion, and a third who gave birth while in captivity. “There’s nothing in MSF’s advocacy that addresses these humanitarian crises,” she remarked.
She also raised questions about the behaviors and statements of MSF staff, suggesting they might be contributing to the organization’s controversial reputation. For instance, after expressing sorrow for the death of a staff member killed in Gaza—who was confirmed by the Israeli Defense Forces to have worked with Palestinian Islamic Jihad—another staff member allegedly encouraged Palestinians to “fight and die as martyrs,” according to a French publication.
Stefanik has expressed concerns that MSF, being a registered non-profit, might be violating restrictions on political activities. She has called for Bondi’s office to review MSF and to take the issue to the Internal Revenue Service if necessary.
Stefanik concluded, “This isn’t just about day-to-day issues; it relates to national security, safeguarding US taxpayers and donors, and protecting legitimate humanitarian organizations in extremely dangerous areas. President Trump has made it clear that the US will not tolerate any support for terrorist groups.”
MSF has not yet responded to inquiries about Stefanik’s letter.
