Family members of American hostages being held by Hamas shared details of their meeting with President Joe Biden at the White House on Wednesday. They revealed that Biden had discussed the hostages during today's Oval Office meeting with President-elect Donald Trump.
The families expressed hope that the discussion between Biden and Trump signifies that securing the release of the hostages remains a priority for the incoming administration. They emphasized the urgency of bringing their loved ones home before another difficult winter as hostages.
Biden reportedly expressed openness to collaborating with the incoming Trump administration to negotiate a deal for the hostages' release. The families urged both administrations to work together promptly and efficiently to ensure the safe return of the hostages.
In response to the meeting, the White House issued a statement reaffirming the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to reuniting the hostages with their families. The families are calling for immediate action and cooperation between the current and incoming administrations to expedite the process.
