Biden aides urge ceasefire, hold vigil at White House
OAN’s Abril Elfi
1:32 PM – Thursday, December 14, 2023
President Joe Biden’s staff and appointees held a visual outside of the White House demanding for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
On Wednesday night, more than three dozen people stood outside the White House hiding their faces with scarves and sunglasses to not be identified, and held a sign that read “President Biden, Your Staff Demands A Ceasefire.”
There were also candles on the ground that spelled out “ceasefire.”
Former State Department Official Josh Paul, who resigned after a disagreement with the Biden administration’s approach to the Israel-Hamas war, delivered the opening remarks at the visual.
“The temporary ceasefire ended 13 days ago, and we have been horrified to see the full resumption of killings, displacement and bombardment of Palestinian civilians in Gaza,” Paul said during prepared remarks he made on behalf of the vigil attendees. “A temporary pause to this violence was never enough. We must move with urgency to save as many lives as possible and achieve an immediate, permanent ceasefire agreement and the return of all hostages.”
The vigil comes as tensions grow between the 46th president and his staff about how he has been handling the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Last month, over 700 political appointees and staffers signed a letter calling on Biden to support a ceasefire in the war.
The letter was signed by workers in more than 30 different departments and agencies, including the FBI and NASA.
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How did President Biden’s staff and appointees express their dissent regarding the handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict
President Joe Biden’s staff and appointees held a visual outside of the White House on Wednesday night, demanding a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. More than three dozen people participated in the candlelight vigil, standing outside the White House and hiding their faces with scarves and sunglasses to avoid identification. The participants held a sign that read, “President Biden, Your Staff Demands A Ceasefire,” and also arranged candles on the ground spelling out “ceasefire.”
Former State Department Official Josh Paul, who resigned after a disagreement with the Biden administration’s approach to the Israel-Hamas war, delivered the opening remarks at the visual. Speaking on behalf of the vigil attendees, Paul expressed horror at the resumption of killings, displacement, and bombardment of Palestinian civilians in Gaza since the temporary ceasefire ended thirteen days ago. He emphasized the urgency to save as many lives as possible and achieve an immediate, permanent ceasefire agreement and the return of all hostages.
The vigil took place amidst growing tensions between President Biden and his staff regarding the handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Last month, over 700 political appointees and staffers signed a letter urging Biden to support a ceasefire in the war. The letter received signatures from workers in more than 30 different departments.
The visual outside the White House serves as a public demonstration of the staff’s concern and dissent regarding the current approach to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The event seeks to bring attention to the urgent need for a lasting ceasefire and the protection of innocent lives in Gaza. As tensions persist and the conflict continues, the pressure on the Biden administration to reassess its stance on the issue increases.
The vigil also highlights the importance of public support and advocacy for peace in the region. The participation of former government officials and activists like Josh Paul signifies a collective voice urging for immediate action and a peaceful resolution to the Israel-Hamas conflict. By raising awareness and demanding accountability, these individuals aim to influence policy decisions and prioritize the well-being of civilians affected by the ongoing violence.
As the international community grapples with the complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict, events like the White House vigil shine a spotlight on the human cost of war and call for urgent measures to prevent further suffering. It remains to be seen how President Biden and his administration will respond to the growing pressure from within and outside his staff to reassess their approach and actively work towards a lasting peace in the region.
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