Ernst Statement on Loss of American Itay Chen at Hands of Hamas
March 12, 2024
March 12, 2024
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
Senator Joni Ernst released the following statement after the Israeli Defense Forces confirmed American citizen Itay Chen was killed by Iran-backed Hamas on October 7.
"My heart goes out to Ruby and Hagit Chen who, for over 150 days, have wondered if their son Itay was dead or alive.
"Now we know the heartbreaking news, and one thing is sure: This tragedy happened . . .
Senator Joni Ernst released the following statement after the Israeli Defense Forces confirmed American citizen Itay Chen was killed by Iran-backed Hamas on October 7.
"My heart goes out to Ruby and Hagit Chen who, for over 150 days, have wondered if their son Itay was dead or alive.
"Now we know the heartbreaking news, and one thing is sure: This tragedy happened . . .