Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint session of the United States Congress on Wednesday, calling for stronger bipartisan support amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza. His speech, set against a backdrop of political tensions and widespread protests, highlighted the deep divisions within both U.S. and Israeli politics.
According to ABC News, Netanyahu's address was primarily facilitated by House Speaker Mike Johnson, a vocal critic of President Joe Biden's handling of the conflict. Johnson has been particularly critical of Biden's decision to pause a shipment of large unguided bombs to Israel due to concerns about civilian casualties. Netanyahu underscored the urgency of receiving military support by stating, "Give us the tools faster and we'll finish the job faster."
