Last week, Iranian-backed terror group Hamas launched an unwarranted attack on the people of Israel. The images, videos, and stories coming out of country are appalling and should be jarring to every American. The targeting of innocent women, children, and senior citizens is evil and inhumane, plain and simple.

On Tuesday, I was proud to join over three hundred of my colleagues from both sides of the political spectrum in condemning these egregious acts of violence. Unfortunately, we have some colleagues who do not feel the same way, which is an inexcusable policy position to take. As our last democratic ally in the Middle East and a staunch proponent of Western values, Israel is an invaluable partner to the United States.