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WASHINGTON –   Today, Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) announced that her guests for President Trump’s Joint Address to Congress will include Keith Siegel, an Israeli American who was held hostage by Hamas, Aviva Siegel, who was also held hostage, and Dana Milo, the niece of Judi and Gadi Haggai, two Americans whose remains are being held hostage in Gaza.

“Hamas cruelly kept Keith and his wife Aviva in darkness, and now it’s my honor to bring Keith and Aviva’s impactful story to light for the world to see. Thanks to President Trump’s leadership, I have the opportunity to invite the Siegels to Washington and bring Keith, Aviva, and Dana as my guests. We continue to stand with our ally Israel in their fight against Hamas’ evil and brutality. Hamas is still holding innocent people captive, and I will continue working with our strong leaders in the White House to secure their release,” Chairwoman McClain said.

Following his release, Keith recorded a message about his experience for President Trump. 

Keith’s wife, Aviva, was also taken captive by Hamas on October 7, 2023. After being imprisoned by Hamas for 51 days, Aviva was released on November 26, 2023. Keith was held in captivity by Hamas for 484 days and was released on February 1, 2025.