"Congressional Unity on Aid to Israel Amidst Bloody Conflict and Speaker Vote"

Congressional Democrats and Republicans are backing aid to Israel, with minor dissent. Sen. Ben Cardin, chair of the Foreign Relations Committee, plans to advance legislation to provide defense assistance to Israel, including replenishing its Iron Dome missile defense system. The Biden administration has already deployed troops and military supplies to the region. There are signs of cross-partisan unity on the Hill regarding Israel, with top members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee soliciting support for a resolution declaring the United States' readiness to assist Israel. However, fault lines are emerging among Democrats, with progressives calling for a ceasefire while others express unalloyed support for Israel.