House Resolution on Israel's Right to Exist Reveals Deep Divisions and Near-Unanimous Support

The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a resolution affirming Israel's right to exist, with only two members not voting in favor. Rep. Rashida Tlaib voted "present," while Rep. Thomas Massie voted against it. The resolution, introduced by Rep. Mike Lawler, acknowledges the Holocaust and the history of persecution of Jews but does not mention Palestinians. Tlaib argued that the resolution ignores the existence of the Palestinian people. Massie disagreed with equating criticism of Israel with antisemitism. The vote comes amid increased criticism of Israel's handling of the conflict with Hamas, with Democrats discussing conditions on aid to Israel.