Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks during an interview on CNN's "State of the Union" on January 14.
(CNN)Sen. Bernie Sanders called on President Joe Biden Sunday to “change course” on the administration’s approach to the Israel-Hamas war, citing a “horrific humanitarian catastrophe” in Gaza.
"(The) president has got to change course.”"You cannot give billions of dollars to a country that ignores your wishes, violates international law," he said.
But Sanders said the president has been “very clear" about his concerns for the people of Gaza, citing Biden’s comments about “indiscriminate bombing” and pressure the administration has put on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to adjust the IDF's strategy in Gaza.
“I would hope that the president follows through on his concerns,” Sanders continued, calling on Biden to tell Netanyahu, “You aren’t getting a nickel more from the United States unless you radically change course.”
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