Governor Kathy Hochul led a bipartisan coalition of 17 governors to stand in solidarity with Israel, issuing a joint letter to federal leaders to express broad support for Israel and condemnation of terror attacks from Hamas. The governors also reaffirmed their commitment to work with the U.S. Department of State to ensure the safe return of Americans.
“The bonds between America and Israel are unbreakable – now and forever,” Governor Hochul said. “As the Governor of the largest Jewish population outside Israel, I recognize we have a unique and solemn responsibility to support Israel during this critical moment. I’m proud to stand with my fellow Governors to show our support for Israel and grateful to my colleagues for their bold moral leadership.”
In addition, the Governor plans to travel to Israel this week to meet with diplomatic leaders and communities who have been devastated by the Hamas attacks.
Governor Hochul has offered support to Israeli President Isaac Herzog and met with Israel’s U.N. Ambassador Gilad Erdan. The Governor has also lit state landmarks in blue and white, the colors of Israel’s flag, raised the Israeli flag above the Governor’s residence in Albany, and directed flags on State buildings to be flown at half-staff to commemorate the victims of the Hamas terror attacks.
