Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) has responded to President Donald Trump’s criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying that it is “terrible and not helpful.” Speaking to Fox News on Thursday, Scott said that while he has disagreements with Netanyahu, “to criticize him in that fashion and in this venue is not the best way to go whatever your opinion is of him.” Scott went on to say that it is important to maintain a strong relationship with Israel, particularly comments that could be seen as criticisms of Israel’s leader.
Tim Scott responds to Trump’s criticism of Israel PM Netanyahu: ‘Terrible and not helpful’
