Senator John Cornyn | Official U.S. House headshot
Senator John Cornyn | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Senator John Cornyn from Texas had a meeting with the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and members of the Texas Jewish community to address the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel and the response from the United States. The meeting took place on October 25, 2023, in Washington.
During the discussion, Senator Cornyn expressed his unwavering support for Israel and highlighted his role as a cosponsor of a bipartisan resolution in support of the country. This resolution had recently passed the Senate unanimously. In addition, Sen. Cornyn has been actively involved in legislative actions to support Israel.
The meeting was attended by prominent members of the Texas Jewish community, including Jon Pinkus, a respected leader in the Jewish community in Dallas. Pinkus and his wife, Lillian, who is a former AIPAC President, have been long-time supporters of various pro-Israel organizations.
Also present was Debbie Rudy, who has made significant contributions to fostering a vibrant Jewish community in Austin. Rudy has been recognized for her efforts and was awarded the LBJ Humanitarian Award from Shalom Austin.
The meeting was significant in bringing together key stakeholders to discuss the security situation in Israel and America's response. Senator Cornyn's engagement with AIPAC and the Texas Jewish community underscores the importance of maintaining a strong relationship between the United States and Israel.
As a Republican member of the Senate Finance, Intelligence, and Judiciary Committees, Senator Cornyn holds influential positions that allow him to advocate for Israel's interests in the Senate.
The meeting served as a platform for open dialogue and collaboration between Senator Cornyn, AIPAC, and the Texas Jewish community. By working together, they aim to ensure the security and well-being of Israel amidst ongoing challenges.
The image accompanying this article, which shows Senator Cornyn with Jon Pinkus and Debbie Rudy, is in the public domain. However, the Office of U.S. Senator John Cornyn can be credited for the photo.
Going forward, Senator Cornyn remains committed to supporting Israel and will continue to work towards strengthening the partnership between the United States and Israel to promote peace and security in the region.
To find out more, go to this link: https://www.cornyn.senate.gov/news/photo-cornyn-meets-with-aipac-texas-jewish-advocates/
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