"Biden's Remarks on Israel's Gaza Offensive Spark Controversy"

The White House downplayed President Biden's and a senior national security official's critical comments on Israel's military operations in Gaza, emphasizing concerns about civilian casualties and the need for Israel to reduce harm to innocent civilians. The administration is also working to secure a ceasefire to facilitate the release of hostages held by Hamas, while seeking to mend rifts with the Arab American and Muslim community in Michigan, a key battleground state.