Schumer And Clinton Praise Trump
In a stunning bipartisan moment, top Democrats — including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and former President Bill Clinton — are giving President Donald J. Trump full credit for achieving what global leaders had failed to do for years: a lasting ceasefire in Gaza and the safe return of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
Schumer Applauds Trump’s Leadership
“Today marks an incredible milestone. At long last, the final remaining hostages who suffered under Hamas captivity have returned home,” Schumer said in a statement to NewsNation. “I want to recognize the relentless efforts of the hostage families, President Trump, his team, and everyone who worked tirelessly to make this moment a reality.”
The Trump-brokered ceasefire brought home 20 Israeli hostages while securing the release of more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners in the first phase of a historic U.S.-backed peace deal. The agreement — guided by Trump’s direct involvement — is now being hailed as a major diplomatic breakthrough for peace in the Middle East.
Clinton Credits Trump for “Keeping Everyone Engaged”
Even former President Bill Clinton, a longtime critic of Trump, acknowledged the achievement.
“The horrors of the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel and the conflict that followed brought unbearable human loss,” Clinton posted on X. “I’m grateful a ceasefire has taken hold, that the final hostages have been freed, and that desperately needed aid is flowing into Gaza. President Trump and his administration deserve great credit for keeping everyone engaged until the agreement was reached.”
Trump’s Strength-Through-Peace Strategy Pays Off
President Trump’s bold diplomacy was key to breaking years of deadlock. Addressing Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, Trump urged leaders to move from “warfare to peace,” declaring that Israel had “won all that can be won by the force of arms.” His message of strength through peace struck a chord across the Middle East — reinforcing America’s role as a powerful peace broker under his leadership.
Democrats Divided on Giving Trump Credit
While Schumer and Clinton praised the president’s work, other Democrats offered cautious acknowledgment without naming him.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries wrote on X: “Thankful that all 20 living Israeli hostages are home with their loved ones. Humanitarian aid is being surged into Gaza. We must now recommit to achieving a lasting peace.”
Former President Barack Obama added: “After two years of unimaginable suffering, we should all be encouraged that an end to the conflict is in sight — that hostages are being reunited with their families and that vital aid is reaching Gaza.”
Trump’s Foreign Policy Record Strengthened
This ceasefire deal adds to Trump’s growing list of international successes — including the historic Abraham Accords, North Korea de-escalation talks, and renewed respect for American strength abroad. Even his harshest critics are now finding it difficult to deny his results.
For many Americans, especially those who remember the chaos and weakness of past administrations, this peace deal is proof that America is stronger when led by President Donald J. Trump.
