US Reverses Policy Linking Disaster Funds to Israel Boycott Stances
TL;DR
The Department of Homeland Security clarified that there is no current requirement linking FEMA disaster funds to a state's stance on Israel or the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement, despite earlier reports suggesting a policy change. DHS stated that FEMA grants are governed by existing law and policies, and no funds have been withheld or new conditions imposed related to Israel or BDS.
- DHS denies tying FEMA funds to Israel stance Axios
- US reverses pledge to link disaster funds to Israel boycott stance Reuters
- FEMA Will Deny Grants to States and Cities That Boycott Israeli Companies The New York Times
- Trump Sparks MAGA Backlash Over Earlier Warning to States About Israel Newsweek
- Trump Pulls Sneaky 180 After MAGA Rips Him on Disaster Aid Condition The New Republic
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