Recent actions by President Joe Biden to restrict certain weapons to Israel have sparked significant controversy and political backlash. Senate Republicans, including Sen. Tom Cotton and Sen. Joni Ernst, have strongly condemned the decision during a press conference. Cotton has even called for Biden's impeachment over the issue, asserting that Biden and some Democrats have always intended to sever ties with Israel. Critics argue that Biden is being used as a propaganda tool by Hamas, and his decision could alienate some of his supporters within the Israel-supporting community. Observers note that Biden will likely lose some Israel supporters and may not win back any progressives.
“The president is a tool, folks. ... He's a propaganda tool. But Hamas is using him, and he is allowing it, and he is turning his back on Israel.” — Sen. Joni Ernst at a GOP news conference condemns President Biden for restrictions on some weapons for Israel https://t.co/f2aNp2SE0Q
“Biden will lose some Israel supporters who see it as a betrayal and I doubt he’ll win back any progressives in return…So on the politics, this is a loss for Biden. But on the merits, we don’t know yet.” https://t.co/xdO8kfkFx0
Sen. Tom Cotton wants Biden impeached for keeping weapons from Israel https://t.co/JyvGwGJYf2
“Joe Biden and Israel-hating Democrats are using electoral concerns as a pretext to do what they've always wanted to do: to cut Israel loose.” — Sen. Tom Cotton at a GOP news conference condemns President Biden for restrictions on some weapons for Israel https://t.co/yUu1QCOATc
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