Congressman Thomas Tiffany | Official U.S. House headshot
Congressman Thomas Tiffany | Official U.S. House headshot
On Friday, Reps. Tom Tiffany (WI-07) and Andy Ogles (TN-05) introduced the Guaranteeing Aggressors Zero Admission or GAZA Act. This legislation aims to prevent the Biden administration from issuing new visas or paroling holders of Palestinian Authority passports into the United States. Congressman Tiffany emphasized the importance of prioritizing the security of America by stating, "Following the horrific attack by Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists on innocent Israeli civilians, the last thing America ought to do is trust identity documents issued by the radicals that oversee these territories."
Congressman Ogles commended Rep. Tiffany for leading this legislation to block the entry of Palestinians into the U.S. and prevent the Biden Administration from issuing new visas. He highlighted the urgency of the situation, stating, "At a time when the threat of terrorism is not only grotesquely on display but being encouraged and justified, it is critical that we do our best to ensure the security of our nation."
The background of this legislation lies in the actions of Hamas, a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, and Fatah, who run the Palestinian territories. Hamas has been responsible for deadly attacks in Israel, resulting in the deaths of over 25 Americans and at least 1,200 Israelis. Meanwhile, Fatah's leader, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, recently faced global condemnation for making outrageous statements about the Holocaust. Fatah operatives have also openly endorsed violence against Israelis, calling for the "slaughter of anyone who is Israeli" and resorting to derogatory comparisons of Jews to "apes and pigs."
The GAZA Act seeks to address these security concerns by restricting the entry of individuals from Palestinian territories into the United States. By preventing the issuance of new visas and parole for holders of Palestinian Authority passports, the legislation aims to ensure that America's doors remain closed to potential threats.
The full text of the GAZA Act can be found on the official website, providing detailed information about its provisions and objectives. This legislative initiative serves as a response to the brutal attack on Israel and a clear demonstration of the commitment to safeguarding America's security in the face of global terrorism threats.
Source: [Congressman Tiffany]
Source: [Congressman Ogles]
To learn more, click on this link: https://tiffany.house.gov/media/press-releases/tiffany-introduces-legislation-protect-americas-security-following-brutal
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