New York Elected Official’s Statements About The Ceasefire/Hostage Release Deal

From Congressman Nick Langworthy: “The release of American and Israeli hostages and immediate 6-week ceasefire is incredible news. Just like with President Reagan, President Trump’s inauguration is already having a profound impact on the world stage before he is even sworn in. America will lead again.”

From US Senator Chuck Schumer: “It is welcome news that there is an agreement that will free many of the hostages. A ceasefire is very good news for Israel, for America, for the Palestinian people, and particularly for the hostage families who have waited so long in agony. A ceasefire will reduce violence in Gaza and harm to innocent civilians. It couldn’t have happened without steadfast diplomacy and until the potency of Hamas was radically reduced. We will not rest until every hostage comes home.”

From Senator Kirsten Gillibrand: “I am relieved that a ceasefire and hostage release deal has been reached between Israel and Hamas. I am incredibly grateful for the Biden administration’s tireless pursuit of such a deal and the collaborative and bipartisan approach the Biden administration brought to these final negotiations. Families in Israel can now begin the painful process of healing and rebuilding what Hamas so brutally took from them on October 7th, 2023.

“The deal is only in its early stages, and Congress, the incoming Trump administration, and our allies and partners must monitor and ensure that the agreement is fulfilled in its entirety. This deal affords Israel and our regional allies a chance at rebuilding Gaza in a way that promotes Israeli security, regional security, and the wellbeing of both Gazans and Israelis.

“You have my commitment to work with the incoming Trump administration and my colleagues to ensure every hostage comes home and the promise of this ceasefire is fulfilled. We must not rest until every hostage is released.”

From Congresswoman Claudia Tenney: “After Biden’s repeated failure to free the Israeli & American hostages being held by Hamas, President Trump has already negotiated a deal to release the hostages, & he hasn’t even been sworn in yet.