GOP Rep. Randy Fine criticizes Vance's comments on Israel as 'disgusting'

Republican Representative Randy Fine of Florida has strongly criticized Vice President Vance's recent remarks regarding Israel, calling them 'inappropriate and frankly disgusting.' Vance had issued a stark warning to Israel during a White House press briefing, suggesting that criticizing the U.S. was counterproductive, especially as a peace deal negotiation period, initiated by President Trump, was underway.

Vance stated that if he were in the Israeli government, he would refrain from attacking the U.S., which he described as Israel's "only powerful ally." He expressed frustration over incidents that disrupted peace talks, such as explosions in civilian areas of Beirut. Israel has been engaged in military actions against the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, which Iran funds and arms.

Fine, who is Jewish, countered Vance's remarks by emphasizing that Israel's creation was not solely a U.S. endeavor but a result of the Jewish people's struggle, particularly after the Holocaust. He suggested Vance should educate himself on the history.

Vance's comments also faced pushback from other conservative figures. Fox News host Brian Kilmeade expressed shock and wished Vance would direct such toughness towards Iran. Former GOP House Speaker Newt Gingrich questioned why Israel was being blamed for defending itself against Hezbollah attacks, arguing that focus should be on the Iranian dictatorship rather than a democracy protecting its citizens.