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politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Democrats Torn Over Israel Policy as Internal Rift Deepens

The piece maps a widening rift inside the Democratic Party over Israel, from a Brooklyn coffee shop incident that drew calls for leadership to weigh in on antisemitism on the left, to a high-profile vote where Democrats split on blocking foreign aid to Israel. It portrays a party pulled between moderates and progressives/DSA members, with leaders like Hakeem Jeffries attempting to bridge divides while balancing support for Israel with accountability and humanitarian concerns, and warns that the struggle could complicate cohesion ahead of elections.

via CNN|

#antisemitism #congress #democrats

politics1 month ago•19 min saved

Pressure and threats steer Smith on Israel aid vote

Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, says he voted to strip $3.3 billion in Israel aid after a violent and relentless intimidation campaign by far-left activists, including vandalism at his home, a driveway fire, disrupted town halls and an assaulted staffer; he argues the vote was aimed at pressuring the Netanyahu government to change its actions, though he still supports Israel and urges civil discourse over intimidation.

via Jewish Insider|

#adam-smith #congressional-vote #far-left

politics1 month ago•14 min saved

No. 2 House Democrat Backs Cutting Israel Aid, Signaling a Rift in Leadership

House No. 2 Democrat Katherine Clark says she will vote to cut aid to Israel via Rep. Massie’s amendment, breaking with Leader Hakeem Jeffries and illustrating internal Democratic divisions on Israel policy; the piece also rounds up related updates on Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing, concerns over an anti-weaponization fund, and GOP budget framing, highlighting ongoing battles over foreign policy and DOJ leadership.

via Politico|

#foreign-policy #house-democrats #israel-aid

politics1 month ago•9 min saved

House Democrats Split on Israel Aid as Jeffries Stays Quiet on Guidance

Democrats are deeply divided over a Massie amendment to cut Israel aid, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries offering little public guidance and instead letting caucus members air their views in private meetings as the party grapples with shifting support for Israel and the broader two-state framework.

via Politico|

#democrats #hakeem-jeffries #israel

politics1 year ago•6 min saved

Polls Show Majority Oppose Military Deployment in D.C. and U.S. Support for Israel Wanes

A Quinnipiac University poll reveals most voters oppose deploying the National Guard to D.C., disapprove of Trump's overall job performance, and are increasingly against U.S. military aid to Israel, with a significant portion believing Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. Support for peace efforts in Ukraine is low, and trust in leadership on Epstein files and Smithsonian reviews is divided along partisan lines.

via Quinnipiac University Poll|

#dc #gaza-genocide #israel-aid

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"House Democrats Secure Passage of Ukraine and Israel Aid Package Despite GOP Opposition"

The House voted to set up votes on aid to Ukraine and Israel, with Speaker Mike Johnson receiving crucial help from Democrats to move forward despite opposition from right-wing members. The move tees up four House votes, including aid for Israel and Ukraine, Indo-Pacific security, and a bill to ban TikTok in the U.S. if it does not divest from its China-based owner. The foreign aid measures closely resemble President Joe Biden's $95 billion national security package, and the White House urges Congress to quickly send the supplemental funding package to the President's desk.

via NBC News|

#foreign-aid #house-votes #israel-aid

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Senate Advances $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel Despite Budget Challenges

The US Senate advanced a $95.34 billion aid bill for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan after Republicans blocked a broader bill that included immigration policy reforms. The aid package includes $61 billion for Ukraine, $14 billion for Israel, and $4.83 billion for Taiwan, among other provisions. The bill's final passage remains uncertain, with potential opposition in the House of Representatives and ongoing debate over amendments in the Senate.

via Reuters|

#immigration-policy #israel-aid #politics

politics-international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Senate GOP's Stance on Border Deal and Foreign Aid Sparks Political Divide"

The Senate GOP blocked a comprehensive national security and border reform package, which included over $60 billion in aid for Ukraine and $14 billion for Israel, leading to uncertainty about the future of aid for Ukraine and Israel. The bill faced opposition from both Republicans and Democrats, with concerns about its impact on the border crisis and immigration. The Senate will proceed to another vote on the national security aid without the border reforms, as lawmakers express the need to address funding for Ukraine, Israel, and other national security priorities.

via The Washington Post|

#border-deal #israel-aid #national-security

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"House G.O.P. to Vote on $17 Billion Standalone Israel Aid Bill, Closing Door on Senate Deal"

House GOP plans to hold a vote on legislation to expedite $17.6 billion in security assistance to Israel without conditions, potentially complicating Senate efforts to pass a broader bipartisan national security bill including border security measures and aid to Ukraine. Speaker Mike Johnson criticized the Senate package, stating it would be dead on arrival in the House, and emphasized the House's focus on its own approach to aiding Israel's war effort against Hamas. Senate negotiators have been working on a bill addressing Republican demands for improved border security along with military aid to Ukraine and Israel, humanitarian assistance to Palestinians, and efforts to counter Chinese threats in the Indo-Pacific region.

via The New York Times|

#house-gop #israel-aid #national-security-bill

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"House Speaker Johnson Proposes $17 Billion Standalone Israel Aid Bill, Setting Up Showdown with Senate"

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House will not rush to pass a Senate border-foreign aid deal and will instead focus on a stand-alone bill for Israel aid next week. Johnson's letter to House Republicans emphasized the need for the House to have a say in the negotiations and expressed skepticism about the Senate deal's swift consideration. House conservatives have raised concerns about the border reform efforts and are pushing for a clean, standalone Israel supplemental package.

via POLITICO|

#border-security #house-republicans #israel-aid

politics2 years ago

"Republicans Push for Unconditional Israel Aid Bill Amid Senate Deal Stalls"

Republicans are urging Congress to pass aid for Israel without making cuts to the IRS, as the Biden administration had proposed. The administration's plan to increase funding for the IRS to crack down on tax evasion has faced opposition from Republicans, who argue that the focus should be on supporting Israel without tying it to other issues.

via POLITICO|

#congress #funding #irs-cuts

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Senate Democrats Block Bipartisan House Israel Aid Bill

Senate Democrats blocked a stand-alone Israel aid package led by Sen. Roger Marshall after arguing that the package should include aid to Ukraine. Marshall and other Republican senators have been advocating for separate aid packages for Israel and Ukraine, while Democrats have pushed for a combined package. The House version of the Israel aid package, which passed with bipartisan support, would reallocate $14.3 billion from funds meant for the IRS. The debate highlights the divisions within the GOP on Ukraine support and the ongoing disagreements between Democrats and Republicans over the allocation of funds for international aid.

via Fox News|

#bipartisan-support #israel-aid #politics

politics2 years ago•8 min saved

Political Collision Course: Speaker Johnson, Mitch McConnell, and Ukraine Support

House Speaker Mike Johnson's push for spending cuts and decoupling Israel and Ukraine aid has created divisions within the Republican Party, setting him on a collision course with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. McConnell, who has broken with party orthodoxy on key issues, hopes to pass bipartisan bills to fund the government and provide aid to Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. Johnson's conservative approach aligns with the right-most wing of the Senate Republican conference, leading to potential clashes with McConnell. The end-of-year rush to address critical legislation will test both leaders as they navigate their fractious conferences and attempt to find common ground.

via The Washington Post|

#israel-aid #mike-johnson #mitch-mcconnell

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson's Controversial Beginnings and Troubled Defense"

House Speaker Mike Johnson, a relative unknown who recently assumed the role, is facing a challenging start to his tenure. With government funding set to run out soon and Ukraine and Israel seeking military aid, Johnson's lack of experience and relationships in Washington could pose a disadvantage. However, his allies argue that his unfamiliarity with key players gives him an advantage, as he can approach negotiations with a fresh perspective. Johnson has already met with Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Republicans to discuss key issues. He has expressed support for sending aid to Ukraine and prefers a short-term funding measure. Despite securing unanimous GOP support, Johnson has faced criticism from both Republicans and Democrats for his approach to aid packages and his prioritization of certain issues.

via NBC News|

#gop #house-speaker-mike-johnson #israel-aid

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Mike Johnson's Political Rise: From Ukraine Aid to Border Security"

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson is gaining support from conservative lawmakers who appreciate his conservative stance and promise to endorse "enforcement" safeguards as conditions for approving additional aid to Ukraine or Israel. However, Johnson's attempt to link emergency aid to Israel with cuts to the IRS was rejected by lawmakers from both parties, including top Senate Republicans and the Biden administration. Despite his popularity among conservatives, Johnson faces challenges in navigating a Democratic Senate and a Republican Senate minority that may attempt to remove him from the Speakership.

via Esquire|

#house-speaker #israel-aid #mike-johnson