US congressman calls for ‘Hiroshima and Nagasaki’ solution in Gaza and Ukraine — RT World News
Rep. Tim Walberg insists the “metaphor” he used was distorted and taken out of context
Michigan Congressman Tim Walberg believes Washington should not waste its money on humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza or Ukraine, and instead focus on supporting Israel and Kiev's war efforts to achieve this. “fast” victories.
Wahlberg made his controversial comments during a meeting with members of the public in Dundee, Michigan, last week. in video Posted on social media on March 25, the congressman criticized President Joe Biden's policies, telling a small audience that the United States should better spend Gaza aid money on supporting Israel, which he described as “Washington's business.” “The greatest ally, anywhere in the world.”
“We shouldn't spend a dime on humanitarian aid. It should be like Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Get over it quickly.” Wahlberg can be heard saying.
“It should be the same in Ukraine. Defeat Putin quickly. Instead.” [of] 80% in Ukraine is used for humanitarian purposes, and 80-100% should be to eliminate Russian forces.” he added.
After his remarks went viral, Wahlberg claimed that his words had been misreported and misinterpreted, arguing that he was only speaking metaphorically and did not advocate the actual use of nuclear weapons.
“In a short clip, I used a metaphor to express the need for both Israel and Ukraine to win their wars as quickly as possible, without putting American forces in harm’s way.” Wahlberg said in a statement It was posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday.
“Using this metaphor, coupled with removing context, distorted my message, but I fully stand by these beliefs and stand by our allies,” he added. He added, considering that the sooner these conflicts end, the faster these conflicts will end “There will be fewer innocent lives caught in the crossfire.”
