Israel aid
Coverage of Israel aid in the Nexus archive.
- Colorado Democrats flip on Israel aid, reflecting larger divide within the party
Colorado Democrats have shifted their stance on Israel aid, reflecting a growing divide within the Democratic party. The Israeli government's actions following Hamas' October 7 attacks have caused discontent among some members of the Democratic base, leading to internal party tensions.
- More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split
Over half of House Democrats voted to cut Israel aid, reflecting a growing split within the Democratic leadership. The vote is considered a test ahead of the US midterm elections, which will determine control of Congress.
- More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split
More than half of House Democrats voted to cut $3.3 billion in U.S. aid to Israel, reflecting growing divisions within the party over Israel's war in Gaza. The amendment, proposed by Rep. Thomas Massie, failed to pass but highlighted shifting public opinion and internal Democratic debates about U.S. policy in the Middle East.
- Katherine Clark, No. 2 House Democrat, backs cutting Israel aid
Rep. Katherine Clark, a top House Democrat, supports cutting aid to Israel via an amendment by Rep. Thomas Massie, opposing Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The amendment divides Democrats, with some advocating ending U.S. support for Israel and others warning it might reduce humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza.
- Netanyahu details ‘final’ conversation with Lindsey Graham, says senator challenged his push to end Israel aid
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recalled a final conversation with late Sen. Lindsey Graham, during which Graham challenged Netanyahu's push to end Israel aid.
- How Hakeem Jeffries is handling the most divisive issue in Democratic politics
House Democrats are divided over a proposed cut to Israel aid, with Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries avoiding public guidance as Rep. Thomas Massie's amendment sparks internal conflict. Jeffries has referenced J Street's opposition to the amendment during private meetings, reflecting shifting political dynamics within the party regarding U.S. support for Israel.