Democrats and Republicans lauded Trump’s announcement of the primary part of a peace plan to finish the warfare in Gaza, with some Republican senators saying he’s deserving of the Nobel Peace Prize.
Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., said on X: “I congratulate @POTUS on this historic peace plan that releases all of the hostages. Now, enduring peace within the area is feasible. Our events are totally different however we’ve a shared ironclad dedication to Israel and its individuals.”
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., a member of the Overseas Relations Committee, mentioned the settlement was encouraging.
“I respect President Trump’s work to convey Israel and Hamas to the desk and am inspired that an settlement has been made to launch the remaining hostages taken on October 7 and start a phased IDF withdrawal from Gaza. Extra work lies forward, however this is excellent information,” Kaine said on X.
Senate Majority Chief John Thune, R-S.D., posted on X: “No person has labored tougher for peace and stability within the Center East than President Trump. I stay skeptical of Hamas’s motivations, however I’m optimistic that the primary steps introduced as we speak convey the area nearer to peace than at any level within the final two years. It’s previous time to return ALL of the hostages.”
Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., the chair of the Armed Companies Committee, thanked Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, among others. “After two years of bloodshed that began with the horrific October seventh assaults carried out by Hamas in opposition to Israel, the individuals within the area might lastly have hope for a long-lasting peace. I commend the president, Secretary Rubio, and all those that labored diligently to convey a few severe peace deal,” he mentioned in a press release.
Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., said: “After two years of horrific violence and unimaginable loss, we’ve an settlement for peace within the Center East. President Trump delivered on his promise to convey the hostages house and peace & prosperity to the area.”
“@POTUS for the Nobel Peace Prize!” she added.
Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., informed NBC Information that he could be “supportive” of Trump’s receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, as properly.
Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., expressed “cautious optimism” about part one of many deal.
“Let’s hope it’s actual,” he mentioned.
Senate Minority Chief Chuck Schumer, in the meantime, mentioned the ceasefire and hostage settlement brings a “enormous sigh of reduction to the hostage households, to all of Israel, and to Palestinians who’ve suffered for thus lengthy on this horrific humanitarian disaster.”
“The work isn’t over, however any step to finish this nightmare is one which needs to be celebrated and thoroughly applied and adopted by on,” mentioned Schumer, D-N.Y.
He didn’t point out Trump in his 245-word assertion.
Home Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., praised Trump, and took a dig at congressional Democrats within the course of.
“What stands out tonight is the gorgeous distinction of what we’re seeing — this historical past is being made. Right here’s President Trump exhibiting peace by power, utilizing his energy and place to convey peace to the Center East,” Johnson mentioned in an interview with Fox Information’ Sean Hannity.
“I imply, a very large, historic overseas coverage achievement,” he mentioned, later including, “And right here’s the Democrats on Capitol Hill appearing like a bunch of clowns.”
