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Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) has criticized President Biden's recent ultimatum to Israel, as reported by an official statement. Congressman Cole expressed his concerns regarding the actions and statements made by President Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer towards Israel.

Congressman Cole stated, "Just last month, we watched Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer stand on the Senate floor and deliver an offensive speech in which he claimed Prime Minister Netanyahu has ‘lost his way’, proving that many Democrats have a serious anti-Israel problem." He further added, "Then, yesterday, the Biden Administration gave Israel an ultimatum saying that if ‘we don’t see the changes that we need to see, there’ll be changes in our own policy.’ This is unacceptable."

Highlighting the importance of the relationship between the United States and Israel, Congressman Cole emphasized, "Israel is our closest friend and ally in the Middle East, and the only democracy in the region." He pointed out the ongoing challenges faced by Israel, stating, "They are currently under assault by Hamas, a terrorist group that is backed by Iran, the largest state sponsor of terrorism."

Expressing his disappointment with the public criticism towards Israel, Congressman Cole remarked, "For President Biden, Senator Schumer, and others to publicly criticize a democratic ally that is defending itself from a brutal terrorist attack, including the Majority Leader’s call for new elections in Israel, is both outrageous and unprecedented." He urged both President Biden and Senator Schumer to retract their statements and show solidarity with Israel.

In conclusion, Congressman Cole asserted, "To do anything else is a public betrayal to our friends in Israel and effectively supports an enemy to civilized people all around the world."