Leader Schumer Floor Remarks On Israel And Hamas Reaching A Ceasefire Agreement

Washington, D.C. - Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) today spoke on the Senate floor on the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which will finally bring the hostages home, reduce violence in Gaza, and protect innocent civilians. Below are Senator Schumer's remarks, which can also be viewed here:

Let me begin by speaking of the recent news of a ceasefire agreement.

I have good news: I have just been informed by the administration that a deal has been agreed to.

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.

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