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Ranking Member Cherfilus-McCormick's Statement on Recent Comments Made Regarding Gaza

February 5, 2025

Washington, D.C. - Ranking Member of the MENA Subcommittee Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on recent comments made regarding Gaza. 

“Our focus should be the release of all remaining Israeli hostages and these comments may sabotage the future stages of the ceasefire negotiations as well as embolden Hamas. We must work collaboratively with our regional partners to find a real day-after solution in Gaza, that ensures Israeli security and Palestinian self-determination.

The idea that the United States would “take control” of Gaza, displacing millions of Palestinians against their will is dangerous. We cannot go down that road.”

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