Staff Reports
The Biden administration is once again trying to strong-arm our ally Israel into making concessions in the name of humanitarian concerns. But let’s call it what it is: blatant blackmail. President Biden’s push for an invasion of Rafah is not about human rights or security – it’s about his desperate attempt to appear tough on foreign policy while exposing his own weakness and lack of leadership.
It’s no secret that President Biden’s foreign policy approach has been consistently weak and inconsistent. From his disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan to his coddling of the Iranian regime, it’s clear that he lacks the backbone to stand up to our enemies and support our allies. And now, he’s using the plight of the Palestinians as a convenient excuse to pressure Israel into a dangerous and unnecessary invasion.
“A Rafah evacuation would solve the problem Biden pretends to care about: There’s a clear and obvious answer to the humanitarian worries President Biden is trying to blackmail Israel with as a full-scale Rafah invasion looms: Simply let Israel fully evacuate civilians from the…
— Ed Cox (@ChairmanEdCox) May 11, 2024
The truth is that Israel has every right to defend itself against the constant barrage of attacks from Hamas and other terrorist groups. The Biden administration’s attempt to undermine Israel’s security by pushing for a full-scale invasion of Rafah is not only reckless, but it also sends a dangerous message to our enemies: that the United States is willing to throw its allies under the bus to score political points.
Instead of strong-arming Israel, President Biden should focus on addressing the real threat in the region – the ongoing support for terrorism by Iran and its proxies. By standing with Israel and holding Iran accountable, the United States can truly make a difference in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East. However, as long as President Biden continues to prioritize appeasement over strength, the security of our allies – and our own national security – will remain at risk.
