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House Democratic leadership issued a rare directive on Tuesday urging members to vote with their conscience on a controversial amendment sponsored by Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) that would cut U.S. funding for Israel. The move highlights deep divisions within the Democratic caucus over America's relationship with the Jewish state. The amendment is attached to a national security and State Department funding bill. Massie, a fiscal conservative, has previously opposed foreign aid spending. The leadership's decision to allow a free vote rather than whip against the measure signals significant internal disagreements, with progressive members pushing for conditions on aid to Israel and moderate Democrats defending traditional bipartisan support.
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WASHINGTON — House Democratic leadership on Tuesday urged members to vote with their conscience on a controversial amendment to cut U.S. funding for Israel, underscoring deep divisions in the caucus over America’s relations with the Jewish state.
The amendment, sponsored by fiscal hawk Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.), seeks to reduce U.S. financial support for Israel. It was introduced as an addition to a national security and State Department funding bill.
- Democratic leaders advised members to follow their personal judgment on the vote.
- The proposal highlights ongoing tensions within the party regarding U.S. policy toward Israel.
- The amendment’s fate remains uncertain amid the broader debate over foreign aid and national security spending.
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House Democrats Split on Massie Amendment to Cut Israel Aid