The bodies of six hostages, including American citizen Hersh Goldberg-Polin, were recovered by the Israeli Defense Forces, leading to an outpouring of condolences from U.S. politicians at the White House, Congress, and political campaigns. President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other lawmakers condemned Hamas for the killings, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice. Former President Donald Trump blamed Biden and Harris for the deaths, while calls for action against Hamas and Iran were made by other politicians. Members of Congress expressed heartbreak and condemned Hamas, with many urging for the safe return of all hostages. World leaders also called for an end to the violence and the release of hostages, with over 1,200 people killed and around 250 taken hostage during the Oct. 7 attack. Negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release have been ongoing, with protesters in Israel and continued pressure on political leaders to prioritize bringing the hostages home safely. The White House has been advocating for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and an end to the bloodshed in Gaza.
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Politicians grieve for hostages, condemn Hamas, and call for peace efforts to end conflict
