House Republicans Criticize Biden's Gaza Aid Plan as Political and Risky
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House Republicans accuse Biden of proposing Gaza port plan to win back progressive voters, worry it puts US troops at risk.
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Lawmakers say plan is political move after Biden lost support from Arab/Muslim leaders in Michigan primary.
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Republicans on Armed Services Committee criticize effort as helping Hamas and putting US forces in harm's way.
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Some GOP representatives allege plan fueled by trying to appeal to Muslim American voters, particularly in Michigan.
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Biden announced plan for US military to build temporary Gaza pier to increase humanitarian aid; said no US boots on ground.