GOP congressman charges Biden administration’s foreign policy ‘left the world in a worse off place’

Republican Rep. Mike Lawler of New York, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has raised concerns about the escalation of overseas conflicts under the Biden administration. Following a report on the administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, Secretary of State Anthony Blinken testified before the committee in December. He was pressed to take responsibility for the widespread conflicts that erupted across the globe after the deadly event.

In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Lawler discussed the report that criticized the Biden administration for leaving the world in a worse off place than it inherited it. He pointed to the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan as the starting point for a series of events that have left the United States in the most precarious position since World War Two. Lawler mentioned tragic events that followed the Afghanistan withdrawal, such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a terrorist attack in Israel, threats from China in the Indo-Pacific region, and an illicit oil trade between China and Iran that is funding terrorism.

According to Lawler, the Biden administration’s foreign policy failures have made national security more precarious than it has been in decades. However, he expressed optimism for a different approach under the incoming Trump administration, noting that President Trump’s strong leadership brought greater peace and prosperity during his tenure. Lawler believes that Trump’s willingness to act has deterred adversaries and prevented conflicts from escalating.

Looking ahead to the next Congress, Lawler mentioned that Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., will serve as chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee. He expects the focus to be on reauthorizing State Department operations and ensuring that funds are used effectively. Lawler expressed confidence that President Trump will bring a stronger, more unforgiving approach to foreign policy that aims to end conflicts and protect national security.

In conclusion, Lawler’s concerns about the Biden administration’s handling of foreign affairs highlight the need for a more assertive and strategic approach to global challenges. The incoming Trump administration is expected to bring a different perspective and a renewed focus on protecting America’s interests on the world stage.