Staff Reports
The Biden administration’s handling of the situation in the Middle East has been nothing short of a disaster, and it’s just gone from bad to worse. The administration has decided to extend a waiver sanction for Iran, allowing them to receive a whopping $10 billion from Iraq in exchange for electricity purchases. And guess who’s been hanging out in the shadows, cheering them on? None other than good ol’ Hamas, the terrorist organization known for causing trouble in the region.
The waiver, signed by Secretary of State Antony Blinken, has raised some serious concerns, especially considering it was signed just a month after Iran-backed Hamas attacked our ally, Israel. But wait, the administration thinks it’s all sunshine and rainbows, claiming that the money can only be used for humanitarian purposes like food, medicine, and agricultural goods. Sure, because we all know how trustworthy Iran is, right? Not!
Biden State Department spokesman Matt Miller has a very difficult time rebutting the "fungibility" argument with the tens of billions of dollars Biden has unlocked for the Iranian regime pic.twitter.com/yHLdHnwu38
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The State Department attempted to deflect criticisms by blaming the Trump administration and insisting that the funds would only benefit the Iranian people. But let’s face it – money is money, and it’s pretty easy to see how it can end up in the wrong hands. The Biden administration’s lack of concern for the potential misuse of these funds is downright irresponsible.
The administration’s response to this whole mess is a stark contrast to the concerns raised by Republicans like Senator Marsha Blackburn. She called out the administration for their reckless actions, pointing out that just a couple of months ago, President Biden handed over a $6 billion ransom payment to Iran. Now, they’re unlocking another $10 billion, giving Iran even more resources to fuel their terrorist activities. It’s crystal clear that Iran’s intentions are anything but noble, and we shouldn’t be handing them a single dollar.
And if that wasn’t enough, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has taken a stance against Iran by signing into law heightened sanctions on the country. It’s about time someone stood up to them and put an end to the handouts. The Biden administration could certainly learn a thing or two from leaders who are willing to take a strong stand against those who pose a threat to our national security.
