Washington, D.C. — Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has called for transparency from Israel regarding its objectives for Gaza and plans post-Hamas, before the U.S. provides further military aid. Ramaswamy emphasized the need for a coherent strategy before endorsing additional support, highlighting the unanswered questions surrounding Israel’s intentions.
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said the United States is too deep in debt to keep supplying Israel and Ukraine with weapons. | Charlie Neibergall/AP
Ramaswamy reiterated his strong opposition to President Joe Biden’s $106 billion funding request to aid Israel against Hamas and support Ukraine against Russia. He argued that the United States, burdened by deep debt, cannot afford to continue supplying weapons to these countries. The candidate expressed concerns that further involvement in Ukraine could escalate tensions with nuclear powers, while an Israeli ground invasion might draw the U.S. into a prolonged regional conflict in the Middle East.
The Biden administration’s request includes significant allocations, with $61.4 billion designated for Ukraine, $14.3 billion for Israel, and $9.15 billion for humanitarian assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Gaza. While U.S. officials support Israel’s right to self-defense, they have cautioned against a full-scale assault, emphasizing the importance of minimizing civilian harm and focusing on targeted operations against Hamas.
Ramaswamy’s statements reflect his consistent skepticism of deeper U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts, a stance that has drawn both support and criticism within the Republican party. His call for transparency aligns with his broader foreign policy approach, emphasizing caution and clear objectives in international interventions.
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