Lawmakers from both parties expressed criticism and concern after President Donald Trump announced that the United States would “take over the Gaza Strip.” Senators Lindsey Graham and Tim Kaine denounced the proposal as problematic and deranged, with Kaine calling it a magnet for trouble. Senator Thom Tillis also expressed skepticism, saying it was unlikely to happen and would not make sense. Trump made the announcement following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that the US would take long-term ownership of Gaza to create jobs and development. Netanyahu supported the move as potentially historic.
In response to Trump’s remarks, Senator Chris Coons was speechless and called the proposal insane, while Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Representative Rashida Tlaib criticized it for not addressing Palestinian concerns and being detrimental to US interests. Some Republican representatives, such as Nancy Mace and Richard Hudson, expressed support for Trump’s proposal, framing it as a step towards peace.
Overall, there was bipartisan skepticism and criticism towards Trump’s announcement, with concerns about the feasibility and implications of the plan. Some saw it as a potential opportunity for peace and development, while others viewed it as unrealistic and harmful. The White House did not provide immediate comment on the lawmakers’ reactions to the proposal.
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