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Leger Fernández Statement on Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Joint Address to Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Leger Fernández released the following this morning. “I will not attend Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech to Congress today,” said Congresswoman Leger Fernández. 

Congresswoman Leger Fernández released the following this morning.

“I will not attend Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s speech to Congress today,” said Congresswoman Leger Fernández

“Following Hamas’ horrific October 7th terrorist attack, Netanyahu’s military offensive in Gaza has been indiscriminate. He is responsible for the deaths of thousands of innocent civilians and, nine months into this war, he continues to put more families in harm's way. This death and ruin is unacceptable and preventable,” she continued.

“Instead of attending his speech today, I will begin my day by meeting with families of hostages—families Netanyahu refused to meet with. I’ll then meet with Israelis and Palestinians focused on fostering peace in the region, forging a path toward a two-state solution, and bringing all Israeli hostages home.”

“I have heard from countless constituents who have asked me to send a message to Prime Minister Netanyahu. My decision not to attend today sends a strong message that enough is enough—it’s time for Netanyahu to stop his indiscriminate war on Gaza and work toward peace,” she concluded.

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