In a recent interview on NBC's "Meet the Press," Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., expressed her concerns to President Biden regarding his support for Israel amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Jayapal emphasized the need for Biden to consider the moral implications of his stance and called for a higher ethical standard in addressing the issue.

During the interview, host Kristen Welker questioned Jayapal about Biden potentially losing support from Arab Americans due to his stance on Israel. Jayapal, a staunch supporter of President Biden, emphasized the significance of his courage on this matter, stressing the importance of maintaining unity within the country.

"The American people are actually quite far away from where the president and even Congress, the majority of Congress, has been on Israel and Gaza. They support the right for Israel to defend itself, to exist, but they do not support a war crime exchanged for another war crime," said Jayapal. She continued by stating, "I think the president has to be careful about that, and I would call him because I know him well."

Jayapal also criticized Democratic Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips' decision to launch a primary challenge against Biden, stating her unequivocal support for the current president and his moral leadership. She further emphasized the need for Biden to call the nation to a higher moral place.

During the interview, Welker also questioned Jayapal about her previous comments where she referred to Israel as a "racist state" during the Netroots Nation Conference in Chicago. Jayapal clarified that while the existence of Israel is unquestionably legitimate, there are racist individuals within the Netanyahu government and policies that have been carried out. She stressed the importance of being able to criticize the Israeli government's policies without being labeled as anti-Semitic.

In her closing remarks, Jayapal indicated that the United States bears responsibility for providing military aid to Israel, suggesting that it is crucial to be mindful of the consequences of this support.

As the conflict between Israel and Hamas persists, Rep. Jayapal's cautionary message to President Biden reflects a growing sentiment within certain segments of the Democratic Party that calls for a reevaluation of the U.S.'s position on Israel. The evolving conversation surrounding Israeli government policies and the need for open criticism without veering into anti-Semitic rhetoric is indicative of a broader debate within the U.S. political landscape.

President Biden faces the challenge of maintaining unity within the country, while also addressing the concerns raised by members of his own party regarding the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. As the situation continues to unfold, the Biden administration will have to navigate these competing viewpoints in order to effectively address the issue and maintain support from various constituencies.