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Matt Gaetz: “I believe Israel has a right to exist. I believe that they…”

Featuring: Matt Gaetz, Republican | Former U.S. House, Florida's 1st District

The Anchormen Show EP 113 - The Right Thing to Do w/ Pearson Sharp and Mayor Bill Wells

Published March 27, 2026 | Video Starts at 37:38

And he's got to make a lot of tough decisions. That's why he's there and we're here. You are an outspoken supporter of Israel, of the US Israel relationship. I believe Israel has a right to exist. I believe that they have a right to self defense. But when I look at what's happened in Gaza and I look at what's happening in southern Lebanon right now, I have a concern for Israel, that they may be creating more terrorists than they're vanquishing. (37:38–37:43)

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