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On the recordNovember 2, 2023
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 6126, which provides security assistance to Israel, supports the security of our embassy personnel, enables the evacuation of U.S. citizens, and strengthens the ability of our industrial base to respond to this crisis. On October 7, Hamas terrorists carried out a barbaric attack on Israel that took the lives of more than 1,400 innocent Israelis, including 32 American citizens. Mr. Speaker, I stand firmly behind Israel's right to defend itself and destroy the Hamas terrorist organization. The world would be a safer place once that organization is eliminated. Last week, the House of Representatives passed House Resolution 771-- a resolution which I cosponsored--by a vote of 412-0. That resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to Israel's security. The bill we are considering today delivers on that commitment. This legislation contains $14.3 billion for Israel.…
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Ken Calvert
Republican · California

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