Trump's Controversial Response to Hamas' Assault on Israel Sparks Outrage and Grief

Republican presidential hopefuls, including Ron DeSantis, Mike Pence, Chris Christie, and Nikki Haley, are criticizing former President Donald Trump for his comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Trump declared Hezbollah "very smart" and criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leading to rebukes from his GOP opponents. They argue that Trump's remarks are reckless and irresponsible, and that the U.S. should stand firmly with Israel. Trump's former ambassador to Israel, David Friedman, thanked President Biden for his support of Israel, while Trump himself claimed that the attack on Israel would not have happened if the 2020 election was not rigged. This is not the first time Trump's comments about Israel and the Jewish people have caused controversy.