Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) praised the Trump administration on Monday for helping secure a long-sought-after ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
“Today is a wonderful day. Finally, finally, finally, the last living hostages brutally held by Hamas are home, an immense and overwhelming sigh of relief,” said Schumer. “I commend the enormous advocacy of the tireless hostage families, President Trump, his administration, and all who helped make this moment happen.”
Schumer added that he still “solemnly reaffirm[s]” his commitment to bringing his deceased constituents Omer Neutra and Itay Chen home, who died in captivity.
“There is an enormous opportunity ahead for a long term and lasting peace,” the Democrat added. “It is with utmost importance that every party involved pursue the opportunity to finally build a lasting peace ultimately through a realized two-state solution that ensures security, prosperity, and dignity for Israelis and Palestinians alike.”
Democrats are celebrating the peace deal between Israel and Hamas that secured the release of all remaining hostages in Gaza. Yet in their praise, most have avoided mentioning President Trump’s involvement.
One statement after another from Capitol Hill applauded the ceasefire, the freed hostages, and the promise of renewed peace in the Middle East—crediting “all involved” in brokering the agreement and highlighting the “power of diplomacy” that made it possible.
Trump deserves to take any victory lap, for as long as he wants right now.
Chuck Schumer looks like an ass.
— Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) October 13, 2025
