A U.S. congressman and Army veteran discusses his team's hostage rescue operation in Israel, highlighting the challenges they face. The issue of Americans held hostage in Gaza is addressed, along with the importance of border security to prevent terrorist attacks.
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Iran's direct involvement with Hamas is not being acknowledged by the Biden administration.
The congressman's team has formulated a ground evacuation strategy to overcome limitations in air evacuation capabilities.
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Media Coverage of the Conflict
The congressman believes that the media has done a fairly good job of depicting the conflict in Israel, although some of the more graphic events may not be fully covered. However, he criticizes the Biden administration for not acknowledging Iran's direct involvement with Hamas and for their lack of a real plan to help Americans in the region.
Obstacles to Evacuation
The congressman highlights the limitations in air evacuation capabilities due to the reduction in carriers and the high demand. Therefore, his team has formulated a ground evacuation strategy, taking into account time on the roads and minimizing risk factors. The main hindrance is access and availability, compounded by the lack of support from the State Department.
Rescuing Americans and Gathering Information
The congressman explains how his team has been coordinating with individuals in Congress and building a database of contacts and information to identify those in need of extraction. They prioritize based on factors such as risk levels, support needs, and location. The team has had success in evacuating people, with the support of various individuals and organizations.
As the war between the nation of Israel and Hamas rages on, worry over Americans stranded in Israel continues to rise. We speak to a U.S. congressman and former decorated Army Veteran about a team he oversees that's doing its part to get Americans home. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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