Duval Times

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently appeared on Jesse Watters Primetime to discuss the importance of "peace through strength" and his concerns about Joe Biden styling himself as a wartime president. During the interview, Rubio shared his thoughts on the dangers of losing "peace through strength" and expressed his skepticism about Biden's ability to effectively handle international conflicts.

Rubio emphasized the significance of "peace through strength," stating, "It's become a slogan, 'peace through strength.' It actually is real. And it's more real in the Middle East than any other part of the world." He pointed to the recent events in Afghanistan and Israel as examples of the United States appearing weak under Biden's leadership. Rubio expressed his concerns about the perception that America was against Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu, which he believed invited adventurism and destabilized the region.

The senator also criticized Biden's approach to dealing with Iran, saying, "The first thing he did when he took office was say, 'I want to deal with Iran.' The Iranians sense this desperation to get a deal." Rubio argued that the mixed messages sent by the Biden administration, with tough rhetoric on one hand and attempts at de-escalation on the other, gave the impression of weakness. He highlighted how these perceived weaknesses led to Putin's invasion of Ukraine and the Hamas assault, both of which were fueled by a belief that Biden would not take strong action.

Rubio further emphasized the importance of strength in deterring aggression, citing the example of the assassination of Soleimani. He noted that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Core (IRGC) calmed down for a significant period after the incident, demonstrating the effectiveness of a strong response. Rubio concluded, "That is 'peace through strength'."

Regarding Biden styling himself as a wartime president, Rubio expressed his skepticism. He compared Biden to an arsonist running as the world's best firefighter, stating, "Of course you're first on the scene." Rubio raised concerns about Biden's physical and verbal gaffes, highlighting how these incidents were closely observed by countries like Iran, China, and Russia. He argued that no rational leader would engage in a conflict unless they believed they could win, and the recent attacks on Americans by Iranian proxies were a clear indication that they thought they could get away with it.

Rubio's interview with Jesse Watters Primetime shed light on his concerns about the dangers of losing "peace through strength" and his doubts about Biden's ability to effectively handle international conflicts. The senator's strong stance on the importance of strength in deterring aggression and his critique of Biden's positioning as a wartime president provided valuable insights into the current state of international affairs.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://www.rubio.senate.gov/icymi-rubio-joins-jesse-watters-primetime-8/