"Debate Over Military Aid to Israel Intensifies Among Democratic Senators"

Senator Chris Van Hollen is advocating for the Biden administration to use the Humanitarian Aid Corridor Act to pressure Israel to allow more aid into Gaza, citing the dire humanitarian situation. The law would restrict U.S. military assistance to countries obstructing the delivery of U.S. aid, with exceptions for defensive weapons systems. Van Hollen observed evidence of aid obstruction during a visit to the Rafah border crossing and is urging the administration to take action, noting that President Clinton previously used a similar law to push an ally to change its behavior.