Jeffries Opposes Measure to Cut $3.3 Billion in U.S. Aid to Israel
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Updated · The New York Times · Jul 14
Jeffries Opposes Measure to Cut $3.3 Billion in U.S. Aid to Israel
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jul 14
Summary
Hakeem Jeffries told House Democrats on Tuesday he will vote against an amendment that would eliminate all $3.3 billion in annual U.S. aid to Israel.
The House could vote as early as Wednesday night on the measure, offered by Republican Representative Thomas Massie as part of a broader foreign affairs spending bill.
Dozens of Democrats are still expected to back the amendment, setting up the first standalone House vote this Congress on ending taxpayer subsidies to Israel.
The fight exposes a deep Democratic split as U.S. conflict with Iran intensifies and support for Israel has become a growing liability with young and left-leaning voters before the midterms.