"Senate Confirmation Hearing for Jack Lew as Ambassador to Israel Faces Uncertainty and Opposition"

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Jack Lew, President Biden's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Israel. The hearing comes at a critical time following the recent Hamas attack in Israel, and the White House is seeking to fast-track Lew's confirmation vote. Lew, a former Treasury Secretary, has extensive experience in Washington and has been active in pro-Israel advocacy circles. While he is likely to receive widespread support from Senate Democrats, it remains unclear how many Republicans he can win over. The Senate could confirm Lew as soon as next week, and having a confirmed ambassador on the ground in Israel is seen as crucial for evaluating and providing aid to the country.