This Republican Presidential Candidate Slams Biden's Comparison Of Russia-Ukraine Conflict To Israel-Hamas War

Ramaswamy argued that it was inappropriate to conflate the two distinct geopolitical situations.

Ramaswamy's comments came in response to President Biden's speech from the Oval Office, where he announced a request for a $100 billion emergency aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other issues such as aid for Taiwan and the border. "I think it’s a mistake to bundle the Israel discussion with the Ukraine discussion," Ramaswamy told Jesse Watters on Fox News. "It is a gambit to avoid debate on the merits on either one."

The Republican candidate also questioned the coherence of Biden's speech and his intentions behind the proposed emergency aid package, especially given the looming threat of a government shutdown if Congress fails to pass spending bills. "I think it was incoherent and trying to talk about both sides of his mouth," Ramaswamy said.

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Ramaswamy further highlighted the fiscal implications of the proposed aid package against the backdrop of the nation's $33 trillion debt. "The elephant in the room, Jesse, is that all of this spending is against the backdrop of being $33 trillion in the hole of national debt," he stated.

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In his speech, President Biden drew parallels between Hamas and Russian President Vladimir Putin, asserting that both entities aim to "completely annihilate a neighboring democracy." He emphasized the importance of supporting U.S. allies to maintain American global leadership.

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However, Ramaswamy suggested that Biden should prioritize domestic issues while formulating foreign policy. He urged Congressional lawmakers to consider the financial implications of the proposed aid package. "Every one of those dollars, that $100 billion, you better make the case by cutting something here at home," he said.

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Ramaswamy concluded his remarks by warning against being misled by Biden's economic and military arguments. "Don’t be duped by Bidenomics on the economic argument. But don’t be duped by this military homeland investment argument either," he cautioned.

This discussion comes as the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas enters its third week, further complicating the geopolitical landscape.