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Expressing a swift resolution akin to the bombings of Nagasaki and Hiroshima, Congressman Walberg suggested that the United States should withhold humanitarian aid to the besieged enclave amidst Israel's conflict with Hamas.
During a town hall meeting in Dundee, Michigan, Walberg stated, "We shouldn’t be spending a dime on humanitarian aid. It should be like Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Get it over quick," referring to the atomic bombings during World War II.
His comments, captured on video and circulated on social media, sparked controversy.
In response, Walberg clarified that he used a metaphor to emphasize the need for both Israel and Ukraine to swiftly conclude their conflicts without endangering American troops.
He explained, "My reasoning was the exact opposite of what is being reported: the quicker these wars end, the fewer innocent lives will be caught in the crossfire."
Walberg's remarks were made in a town hall setting in Dundee on Monday, March 25, according to his public calendar.
The comment came in reply to an audience member's question about U.S. spending to construct a port for Gaza, likely referencing the Biden administration's plan to deliver aid via a floating dock.
The United Nations and other agencies have warned of a looming famine in Gaza due to Israel's prolonged assault and inadequate supplies.
Critics swiftly condemned Walberg's remarks, including fellow Michigan politicians.
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens described the mention of nuclear weapons as "unacceptable tactics of war in the 21st Century."
Former Rep. Justin Amash, a Palestinian American Republican, called the comments "reprehensible and indefensible."
Michigan State Senator Darrin Camilleri called for Walberg's resignation, and Democratic Rep. Dan Kildee labeled the remarks "horrific & shocking."
Rep. Hillary Scholten, a Democrat, criticized Walberg's comments as "reckless and wrong," urging him to retract and apologize.
Outside of Michigan, Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pa., called the comments "horrific, inhumane, and barbaric," and Rep. Andy Kim, D-N.J., described them as "disgraceful" and "shameful."
Dawud Walid, executive director of CAIR-MI, a Muslim civil rights group, condemned Walberg's comments, stating, "To so casually call for what would result in the killing of every human being in Gaza sends the chilling message that Palestinian lives have no value."