Rep. Jackson's Statement on the Release of Two Chicagoland Residents by Hamas

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL-01) released the following statement on the terrorist organization Hamas's release of two Chicagoland area residents, Judith Raanan and her daughter, Natalie:

"Amid so much tragedy and heartbreak, I am overjoyed for Judith, Natalie, and their family. While this is a moment of celebration—especially for the Chicagoland community—we cannot rest until every single hostage taken by the terrorist organization Hamas is released."

In addition, Rep. Jackson is a co-sponsor of H.Res.793, "Calling on Hamas to Immediately Release Hostages Taken During October 2023 Attack on Israel."

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