Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024

Floor Speech

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Mr. MILLER of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise in a time of great need and urgency to support an emergency supplemental aid package to our great ally and the only democracy in the Middle East, Israel.

For nearly a month now, the world has watched the bombardment of brutal terrorist attacks against Israel. The sheer evil and terror that have been brought upon the Israeli people by these barbaric savages cannot be met by silence or inaction. As Hamas continues its heinous attacks against Israel, we must continue to send a message to the world and leaders of Hamas that the United States stands with Israel and supports its absolute right to exist.

In our first action under Speaker Johnson, the House overwhelmingly passed a resolution reaffirming support for Israel. Following that up, this supplemental aid to Israel is a necessary step. Such aid will provide Israel with the critical resources it needs to defend itself and mount a response that will allow for the elimination of the threat of Hamas.

As our strong ally in the Middle East, the United States must continue to stand firmly with Israel and provide support for it to defend its right to exist against those who wish it would cease to be.

As one of two Jewish House Republicans, I urge all of my colleagues to support this aid package and to stand firmly behind Israel and the Israeli people.

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