DeSantis criticizes Biden’s Iran payment, urges stronger stance
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (FLV) – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has voiced strong criticism against President Biden’s handling of Iran, accusing him of succumbing to Iran’s tactics of blackmail and extortion.
In a tweet, DeSantis expressed concerns over the recent $6 billion payment, which he argues could inadvertently support Iran’s nuclear ambitions, terrorism, and oppressive actions.
“The $6 billion ransom payment will help Iran build nuclear weapons, support terrorism, oppress the Iranian people, and assist Russia,” DeSantis tweeted. “Biden’s appeasement and weakness emboldens Iran to attack us and our allies, and facilitates Iran becoming closer than ever to nuclear weapons.”
The comments come amid growing debates over the administration’s approach to foreign policy and national security.
DeSantis’s tweet accuses Biden of rewarding Iran for its alleged hostage-taking incidents, a move he claims could potentially incentivize further acts of hostage-taking.
“Biden is shamefully caving to Iran’s blackmail and extortion,” DeSantis added. “Rewarding Iran for taking Americans hostage incentivizes more hostage-taking.”
The governor’s sentiments reflect concerns within certain circles that the payment lacks transparency and accountability, potentially setting a dangerous precedent.
“The $6 billion ransom payment will help Iran build nuclear weapons, support terrorism, oppress the Iranian people, and assist Russia,” DeSantis’s tweet stated,
His comments highlight the broader apprehension that the situation could pose risks to global stability and security.
The governor’s tweet also addresses the perceived obsession with “disastrous deals” that he contends endanger national security.
He calls for a shift towards a stance of “maximum pressure” to counter Iran’s perceived malign influence.
“Biden must stop obsessively pursuing disastrous deals that endanger our security,” DeSantis said. “It is time to stand up to Iran with maximum pressure and roll back Iran’s malign influence.”
This viewpoint advocates for a more assertive approach to addressing Iran’s actions and intentions.
