President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid denounced on Monday the remarks made by Congressman Mike Waltz, stating they undermine the independence of the Iraqi judiciary.

In an official statement, the Presidency’s media office said, “We condemn the statements of Republican representative Mike Waltz, which not only target the head of the Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zidan, but also threaten the independence of the Iraqi judiciary.”

The statement emphasized, “The Iraqi judicial system is recognized as one of the most robust and independent in the region, upholding justice, supporting the rule of law, and ensuring citizens’ legitimate rights to a free and dignified life. Iraq’s current security and political stability are a testament to this strength.”

It further warned, “The repetition of such irresponsible statements could negatively impact the bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States of America.”

Waltz on Thursday retweeted a U.S. media report about him preparing to label the Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council and Faiq Zidan "Iranian-controlled assets" via a legislative move by submitting a draft law amendment that includes a clause to back up his claim.