US Congressman Carlos Giménez has stepped down from the Friends of Spain Caucus, citing Madrid’s increasingly hostile stance towards Israel.
Rep. Carlos A. Giménez, a Florida Republican, resigned as co-chair of the Congressional Friends of Spain Caucus, accusing the Spanish government of pursuing hostile policies toward Israel.
What Happened
Giménez announced his withdrawal in a letter to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, citing escalating tensions between Madrid and Israel over military cooperation and diplomatic restrictions. The decision marks another flashpoint in growing disputes among Western allies regarding the Middle East conflict.
Giménez accused Spain’s government of crossing from legitimate policy disagreement into what he called antisemitic rhetoric. He specifically criticized Madrid’s reported decision to prohibit Israeli Defense Forces members and certain Israeli officials from entering the country.