Representative Brittany Pettersen

Conflict in Israel

Dear [firstname],

As I’m sure you know, this past weekend the terrorist organization Hamas launched an unprovoked and vicious attack against Israeli civilians. Thousands of innocent people have been killed, including at least 22 Americans who were in the region, with many others still being held hostage.

My heart breaks for the families and communities impacted by these violent and barbaric attacks. As a mom, there isn’t anything more heartbreaking than thinking about the families, children, and even babies who have been senselessly murdered.

The United States stands in solidarity with Israel and unequivocally supports its right to defend their people and restore security throughout the country. Terrorist acts perpetrated by Hamas have brought death and despair to the region, and my thoughts are with the Palestinian people who continue to live in terror under their brutal regime.

Congress and the White House are continuing to closely monitor the situation. I’ve signed on to two bipartisan resolutions in the House of Representatives, including one led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul of Texas and Ranking Member Gregory Meeks of New York which affirms U.S. support for Israel and its right to defend itself, publicly condemns Hamas, and calls for an end to the violence. It also calls for additional intelligence, defense, and humanitarian assistance for Israel.

To ensure the safety of the Americans still in Israel, I joined my colleagues in urging the State Department to use all available resources, including charter flights and military options, to help those Americans that remain and wish to return to the United States.

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If you are traveling in Israel or have family in the area, my office will do everything we can to help you navigate the U.S. State Department to expedite your evacuation. For help, please call our office at 303-274-7944. Any U.S. citizens in Israel are also encouraged to enroll in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program at step.state.gov.

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Brittany Pettersen
Member of Congress

Conflict in Israel

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