Congressman Derrick Van Orden | Official U.S. House headshot
Congressman Derrick Van Orden | Official U.S. House headshot
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) has expressed his support for H.Res. 771, which aims to stand with Israel in its defense against the ongoing war launched by Hamas and other terrorist groups. Following the House vote on the resolution, Van Orden released a statement emphasizing the importance of this action in demonstrating the United States' unwavering support for Israel.
"I am a proud cosponsor of H.Res. 771, and I am very glad to see it adopted in the House – this is exactly the kind of action that is needed in Congress to show our support for Israel and its people," said Congressman Van Orden.
However, Van Orden acknowledged that this vote is just the beginning of the crucial work that Members of Congress need to undertake to stand firmly by Israel's side in the Middle East. To gain a deeper understanding of the situation on the ground, Van Orden recently spent nearly a week in Israel meeting with hospital administrators, government officials, and the Israeli people.
"The stories I have heard and the things I have witnessed during my trip, while deeply heartbreaking, are incredibly valuable and insightful," Van Orden shared. His firsthand experiences have provided him with a greater level of knowledge about the ongoing conflict and the challenges faced by Israel. He is committed to utilizing this knowledge to guide himself and his colleagues in finding ways to further strengthen support for Israel.
Van Orden emphasized the importance of providing aid and resources to Israel to ensure the protection of its people from the "heinous and terroristic savages" operating through Hamas. This commitment to supporting Israel is rooted in the close friendship and alliance between the United States and Israel.
As the situation in the Middle East continues to evolve, Congressman Derrick Van Orden stands firmly with Israel and remains dedicated to working towards strengthening the support and aid provided by the United States.
To learn more, click on this link: https://vanorden.house.gov/media/press-releases/derrick-van-orden-statement-hres-771
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