Disagreement on President Biden's Statement on Weapons to Israel

House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Rep. Adam Smith stated that President Biden's statement on weapons to Israel is not the administration's position, causing confusion and frustration. Smith clarified that the administration's stance is to restrict weapon sales if Israel conducts an aggressive bombing campaign in Rafah, not cut them off entirely.

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House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Rep. Adam Smith urges the White House to clarify and reiterate support for Israel after President Biden's comments. He criticizes Hamas for holding up a ceasefire and calls for a message to be pushed about it. Smith also acknowledges concerns about Israel's conduct in the Gaza conflict.