One year ago this week, Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists brutally murdered 1,200 people, committed widespread sexual violence, and took 250 hostages, including American citizens.
It is with a heavy heart that I remember and honor the innocent victims of Hamas’ evil rampage. Today, Hamas is still holding almost 100 hostages, and every single one of them must be released immediately and unconditionally.
Hamas knew their massacre would create chaos in the Middle East. Israel is now fighting a multi-front war against Iran and its proxies, Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis.
I stand firmly with our ally Israel, and I will continue to pressure the Biden-Harris administration to ensure Israel has the support it needs for a decisive victory.
I was honored to attend the Israeli Embassy’s memorial in remembrance of the lives lost on October 7th. Our country cannot lose the moral clarity we had one year ago. We must remain ironclad in our commitment to Israel, and I call for the immediate release of the remaining hostages.
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