37 Democrats vote ‘No’ to unconditional aid for Israel
Thirty-seven House Democrats dissented from a Republican-led measure to provide $26 billion more in aid to Israel.
The Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act was adopted with 366 votes in favor and 58 against.
Notable opposition came from Democrats including centrists and progressives.
Democratic strategist Waleed Shahid termed it unprecedented, highlighting growing concerns over complicity in tragedy.
Notable dissenters include Reps. Jamie Raskin and Maxine Waters.
The bill allocates funds for Israel’s defense and Gaza’s humanitarian aid.
Objections focus on unconditional military aid amid Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s non-compliance with U.S. and international law.
The bill is part of a $95 billion foreign spending package.
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