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Bill Huizenga: “The French have been reluctant and behind.”

Featuring: Bill Huizenga, Republican | U.S. House Michigan, District 4

Congressman Bill Huizenga 4-23-26

Published April 23, 2026 | Video Starts at 11:31

I would welcome our European allies. They are talking about what they are going to do. The problem is, is that the British can't launch a ship without help. The French have been reluctant and behind. the Japanese have been stepping up because so much of their energy is dependent on the Straits of Hormuz being open. And certainly you're seeing countries like Kuwait, the uae, others in that Gulf region. (11:31–11:35)

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Asserts that France has been reluctant and lagging in response.

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