Kean Statement on Second Anniversary of Hamas’ Attack on Israel

(October 7, 2025) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) released the following statement marking the two-year anniversary of Hamas’ unprovoked attack on Israel and calling for the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas: 

“Two years ago today, on October 7th, 2023, Hamas launched a barbaric and unprovoked terrorist attack on Israel. On that day, the world witnessed unimaginable horror—innocent men, women, and children were brutally murdered, and hundreds of others taken hostage including American citizens. We remember every life lost, and we continue to pray for the families suffering and for those who are still waiting for their loved ones to return home.

Since that terrible day, the United States has stood firmly with Israel in this fight to defend itself against Hamas and the evils of terrorism. I have met with families of hostages, Americans who have joined the IDF, and those who have lost loved ones. Their strength and perseverance are a powerful reminder of the human cost of this conflict, and the need to bring every hostage home now. 

I am encouraged by President Trump’s decisive steps to bring an end to the war that Hamas started and restore peace and stability in the Middle East. Hamas must accept this peace deal and immediately release all remaining hostages held in Gaza.

Today and every day, we must stand united against antisemitism—in all its forms—and we must stand with our Jewish community both here in New Jersey and around the world. The United States will always stand with Israel. We will stand for its right to protect its people. And we will always stand against terror.”

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