Trump ‘not committed’ to sending US troops to Gaza yet: White House

White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt faced questions from reporters a day after Trump unveiled a plan for the US to take over Gaza and indicated he is willing to send US forces there. Asked repeatedly whether that meant US troops might be deployed in a war against Hamas, Leavitt said, “The president has not committed to that yet.” “The president is prepared to rebuild Gaza for Palestinians and all people in the region, peace-loving people, who want real economic development and opportunity in the region,” she said. “President Trump wants to ensure that this can be a place where all people can live in peace. He is a peace-maker in chief.”