U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers believes the response by the United Nations to the recent terrorist attacks in Israel is just another reason why the U.S. should leave the organization.
On Monday, the UN Human Rights Council held a moment of silence for “innocent lives” in the “occupied Palestinian territory and elsewhere,” but didn’t honor the Israelis killed in the attack by the terrorist group Hamas.
On Monday afternoon, the @UN Human Rights Council observed a moment of silence for the loss of innocent lives in the occupied Palestinian territory and elsewhere.#HRC54 pic.twitter.com/9cgQDoQAyF
— UN Human Rights Council (@UN_HRC) October 9, 2023
Rogers (R-Saks) blasted the move and said it’s time for America to walk away from the organization.
“Throughout my time in Congress,” Rogers posted on X, “I have introduced legislation to have the US leave the United Nations several times. This behavior is exactly why.”
Throughout my time in Congress, I have introduced legislation to have the US leave the United Nations several times. This behavior is exactly why. https://t.co/YvK1VuqXdZ
— Mike Rogers (@RepMikeRogersAL) October 10, 2023
The congressman also said his office is working to help Alabamians who are stuck in Israel as a result of the war.
“All residents of Alabama’s third district that are currently in Israel and trying to return home are encouraged to contact my Oxford office at 256-236-5655,” he said. “My office is ready to help any constituents work with the State Department to arrive home safely.”
All residents of Alabama’s third district that are currently in Israel and trying to return home are encouraged to contact my Oxford office at (256) 236-5655. My office is ready to help any constituents work with the State Department to arrive home safely. #AL03StandsWithIsrael
— Mike Rogers (@RepMikeRogersAL) October 10, 2023
Rogers responded to the attacks Saturday as well, making it clear that he stands with the people of Israel against Hamas.
“I stand with the people of Israel in the face of the cold-blooded assault that Iran-backed Hamas terrorists have launched on their home,” he said in a statement. “Israel has a steadfast right to defend itself against attacks on its people, and this barbaric attack will not go unanswered. The U.S. will continue to support our ally through robust security assistance which Israel utilizes in its self-defense. Israel remains the United States’ closest ally in the Middle East – our prayers are with the people of Israel.”
“I stand with the people of Israel in the face of the cold-blooded assault that Iran-backed Hamas terrorists have launched on their home." Chairman @RepMikeRogersAL https://t.co/QTFuQgaJCD pic.twitter.com/sdUeWoR3fQ
— Armed Services GOP (@HASCRepublicans) October 7, 2023
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