Rep. Hakeem Jeffries discussed Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s critique of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a recent interview. Schumer, a strong supporter of Israel, spoke out against the way Israel was waging war in Gaza, calling for Netanyahu to be replaced. Jeffries emphasized the importance of every member of Congress representing their constituents and how Schumer’s words hold significance in Congress and within the U.S.-Israel relationship. Jeffries dismissed Republican criticisms suggesting that Schumer was undermining the relationship between the two countries, stating that Schumer’s words speak for themselves. The interview is set to air on “60 Minutes,” a renowned television broadcast known for its investigative reports and interviews. Schumer’s stance on Israel and Netanyahu is expected to have ripple effects in the political landscape.
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