Navigating the Israel Crisis: Democrats' Endorsement Dilemma and GOP's "America First" Movement

Liberal organization J Street is pressuring Democrats to back a resolution supporting Israel's actions in the Gaza war or risk losing the group's endorsement in future elections. The resolution, introduced by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul and Ranking Member Gregory Meeks, has received widespread support from members of Congress, except for 13 Democrats. J Street's stance aligns with the more hawkish American Israel Public Affairs Committee, and the organization has emphasized the importance of endorsing the resolution as a affirmation of their core values. The resolution does not address the protection of Palestinian civilians, leading to resistance among some Democrats.