John Fetterman just released a statement stating his unequivocal support for the state of Israel and their war to eliminate Hamas. He makes clear this is not the time to talk about a ceasefire.
He follows in the footsteps of Chuck Schumer, who also refuses the notion of a ceasefire.
I’m honestly a little shocked, but here’s what Fetterman had to say:
Innocent Israelis were the victims of a terrorist attack that resulted in the largest loss of Jewish lives since the Holocaust.
Now we know that the tragedy at the Gaza hospital was not caused by Israel.
— Senator John Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA) October 18, 2023
I grieve for every innocent person and brave Israeli soldier killed since Hamas started this war.
If not for the horrific attacks by Hamas terrorists, thousands of innocent Israelis and Palestinians would still be alive today.
— Senator John Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA) October 18, 2023
Now is not the time to talk about a ceasefire. We must support Israel in efforts to eliminate the Hamas terrorists who slaughtered innocent men, women, and children.
Hamas does not want peace, they want to destroy Israel. We can talk about a ceasefire after Hamas is neutralized.
— Senator John Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA) October 18, 2023
In the meantime, I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Senate to quickly deliver the aid our ally Israel needs. This includes confirming ambassador-nominee Jack Lew as soon as possible.
— Senator John Fetterman (@SenFettermanPA) October 18, 2023