During an interview on ABC News’ “This Week,” Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) criticized President Joe Biden’s perceived shift in stance on Israel, suggesting that political considerations might be influencing Biden’s decisions.
Rubio’s remarks came amidst speculation about his potential nomination as former President Donald Trump’s running mate.
“This fighting can end tomorrow. You want a cease-fire in Gaza? It’s very simple. Hamas just surrender…That would end the conflict immediately,” GOP Sen. Marco Rubio tells @JonKarl. https://t.co/lsaDteXN3y pic.twitter.com/Lv78bN5GPz
— This Week (@ThisWeekABC) March 24, 2024
Rubio voiced concern that Biden’s apparent change in position could be motivated by fears of losing support in key swing states like Minnesota and Michigan.
He attributed this shift to pressure from what he termed as “the pro-Hamas wing of the Democratic Party.”
Rubio pointed to instances of heckling and protests directed at Biden and Secretary Blinken, citing them as evidence of growing activism critical of Israel within the party.
The senator underscored the importance of Israel prevailing in the conflict, emphasizing that no nation should live under constant threat of terrorist attacks.
Rubio stressed the necessity for a decisive resolution, stating, “You cannot have a country in which this threat continues to exist. They have to finish this job.”
He proposed that an immediate ceasefire could be achieved if Hamas were to surrender and disarm, highlighting the absence of such demands in ongoing negotiations.
Rubio’s comments shed light on the internal divisions within the Democratic Party regarding Israel policy and the challenges facing Biden as he navigates these tensions.
They also hinted at potential electoral calculations driving Biden’s approach, suggesting that political considerations may be shaping the administration’s response to the conflict.
As speculation mounts about Rubio’s potential vice presidential candidacy, his critique of Biden’s Israel policy adds another layer to the complex dynamics influencing U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
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