Rep. Carlos Giménez quit the Spain Caucus, citing the Spanish government’s hostile policies and travel bans against Israel.
Florida Representative Carlos Giménez resigned as co-chair of the Congressional Friends of Spain Caucus. He cited the Spanish government’s aggressive policies against Israel as the primary reason.
In his formal letter to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, the Republican lawmaker expressed deep regret. He highlighted Spain’s historical and cultural ties to South Florida.
Giménez accused the administration of normalizing rhetoric that crosses into raw antisemitism. He strongly condemned Spain’s decision to ban Israeli defense forces and officials from entering.
The resignation underscores how the ongoing Middle East conflict continues to strain international diplomatic alliances. Lawmakers face mounting pressure to take definitive stances on foreign policy.
