PHX Reporter

Abe Hamadeh, the former nominee for Arizona Attorney General, has criticized the Biden Administration, implying that the leadership of the previous administration was more effective at achieving peace than the current administration. These remarks come in light of ongoing reports of significant casualties arising from the Israel-Hamas conflict that escalated over the weekend.

According to Hamadeh, "President Trump took out Iranian Revolutionary Guard Commander Qassem Soleimani. Trump designated Jerusalem the capital of Israel and moved the embassy. Trump negotiated peace in the Middle East. Biden gave $6 billion to Iran. That’s the difference. Leadership matters."

The conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a death toll of over 900 people, with thousands injured. Among the deceased, there were at least 11 American citizens. Israel has declared war on Hamas following the attack.

Hamas, an Islamist militant group, launched airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War. The firing of thousands of rockets towards several parts of Israel, including areas like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, has caused significant casualties.

Hamas is known for its resistance against Israel and has been designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the United States. Iran is one of the major supporters of Hamas.

The Biden Administration faces accusations regarding its alleged "role" in the attack. Last month, Biden unfroze access to $6 billion in assets, intended for controlled funds and humanitarian purposes. This move was part of a deal to secure the release of some jailed American citizens. However, Iran reportedly indicated an intention to spend the funds as they see fit.

The Biden Administration has also faced criticism for hosting a barbecue event shortly after the attack in Israel, which resulted in war breaking out. The event featured live music and was intended for the enjoyment of White House staff.

In the wake of the recent attack, immigration concerns have taken center stage among U.S. lawmakers. Many are raising questions about the potential infiltration of terrorists through illegal immigration, especially amidst the ongoing border crisis. Former President Trump has alleged that members of Hamas are entering the country through the open border and plotting attacks on U.S. soil.

This has ignited a broader debate about the Biden administration's border control measures and its impact on national security. Some lawmakers are demanding answers about the number of radical Islamist terrorists that may have crossed the southern border into the U.S. in the past two and a half years.