Congressman Flood: America Continues to Support Israel

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Mike Flood released a video expressing continued support for America’s ally, Israel, as they defend their country in a brutal war incited by Hamas. 

Video of the remarks can be found by clicking here. News outlets are welcome to use the footage for their reporting purposes. The full text of the speech is below.

Friends and fellow Nebraskans…

It has now been almost two weeks since Hamas unleashed brutal attacks on Israel.

More than thirteen hundred Israelis and over thirty Americans have been killed by terrorists.

And now many expect Hamas will use hostages and even Palestinian civilians as body shields as the war progresses.

The photos and videos circulating in the news and on social media are gut-wrenching.

I am here to say America will continue to stand by Israel as the country continues to respond to the evil perpetrated by Hamas.

I’ve been encouraged by the quick response of the U.S. President and U.S. Senators who have already visited Israel.

Here at home, Americans are coming together to do everything we can to support Israel in the war.

Initial steps have been taken to stop Iran from accessing the six billion dollars that President Biden was returning. We need to ensure that Iran never has access to that money, which would give them more flexibility to further support Hamas and other terrorists who want to harm Israel and America.

We also need to deliver aid to support Israel, so that they have all the tools they need to crush Hamas. This is critical and I look forward to voting on this in the coming weeks.

As Israel fights this war, I want our friends to know that the House stands with you. We support you. And we will keep working alongside you to free the hostages and to end Hamas. 

May God bless you and may God bless the continued friendship between Israel and America.