US Representative Randy Fine (R-FL) criticized Vice President JD Vance, saying his wording and tone toward Israel were hostile and made many people uncomfortable. "Sometimes it seems he forgot who the bad guys and who the good guys are in this story," Fine said.
Congressman Randy Fine (R-FL) extended his sharp critique of Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday morning, stating that Vance's wording and tone toward Israel were hostile. "The wording that JD Vance used, and the tone — which I felt was hostile toward the State of Israel — makes many people feel uncomfortable," Fine said. "Sometimes it seems he forgot who the bad guys and who the good guys are in this story."
The remarks come after a series of exchanges between Fine and Vance over Israel. As The Zioneer reported, Fine on Friday evening accused Vance of suggesting that Israel was created by the United States, asserting instead that it was established by Jewish blood, sweat, and tears. On Wednesday, Fine also called on Vance to apologize to the American people for his remarks. The vice president earlier in the week said in an interview that he trusts no one — directly when asked whether he trusts Israel.
Fine's latest statement sharpens the public rift between a senior Republican congressman and the Trump-Vance administration, underscoring growing unease among some pro-Israel lawmakers with Vance's recent comments.
5 developments
- StrongRep. Randy Fine: Vance owes American people an apology over Israel remarks
- DevelopingCongressman Randy Fine tells Israeli politicians to put Israel first, not America first
- DevelopingJD Vance says he trusts no one when asked about Israel reliability
- DevelopingRepublican Jewish Congressman Randy Fine tweets 'Anyone But JD 2028'
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