McCarthy Urges Different Tone Towards Israel

Washington D.C. – Today, Congressman McCarthy issued the following statement regarding the current tone the Administration has taken with our friend and ally Israel:

"I am disappointed at the critical tone this White House has taken with our long-time friend and ally, Israel. The bond between the United States and Israel is based on our shared values of freedom, democracy and the fight against terror. The tone the Administration has taken over the last few days is unworthy of that relationship.

"This Administration needs to move beyond this impasse. The Israeli government has already apologized for the poor timing of their housing announcement. It is inconceivable to me that our leaders would not move on and focus on significant dangers in the region.

"A nuclear armed Iran is a threat to the national security of both the United States and Israel, and the threat is imminent. But instead of demanding strong sanctions on Iran, this Administration is dragging its feet and picking petty fights with our strongest democratic ally in the Middle East. It is time to dial down this ugly rhetoric and gain the proper perspective on the true threats in the region."