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politics1 year ago

"White House Resists Stand-Alone Israel Aid Bill Amid Escalating Iran Conflict"

The White House has stated its opposition to a stand-alone bill providing aid solely to Israel following Iran's recent attack, instead urging the House to pass a national security supplemental bill that includes assistance for Ukraine, Israel, and other allies. The House had previously attempted to pass a stand-alone bill with aid for Israel, but it failed to gain enough support. The White House emphasized the urgency of the situation, stressing the need to move quickly on the bipartisan bill that includes aid for Ukraine and Israel, as well as U.S. allies in the Indo-Pacific.

via The Hill|
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politics1 year ago

"Senate Advances $95B Aid Bill for Ukraine and Israel After Failed Border Deal"

The Senate advanced a $95 billion spending bill to provide aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan after a larger bill including $20 billion in border security spending was killed off. The 67-32 vote included support from 17 Republicans, with Sen. Bernie Sanders as the only Democratic "nay" vote. Negotiations on amendments will delay the final vote until next week. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasized the bill's importance in countering autocrats and vowed to work on it until the job is done. Notable foreign policy hawks Lindsey Graham and Tom Cotton voted against the measure, insisting on including border security provisions.

via New York Post |
#aid-bill#border-security#israel
politics1 year ago

"House Fails to Pass $17.6 Billion Israel Aid Bill"

The US House of Representatives failed to pass a standalone aid bill for Israel, as the measure did not receive the necessary two-thirds majority for expedited consideration. The aid package, which included $1 billion for replenishing Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system, was initially part of a larger government funding bill but was removed due to progressive Democrats' objections. This setback highlights the ongoing debate within Congress over foreign policy and the legislative process for allocating aid to foreign countries.

via POLITICO|
#aid-bill#foreign-policy#israel
politics1 year ago

"Conservative Pushback on Israel Aid Bill Forces House to Seek Bipartisan Support"

House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to bring a stand-alone Israel aid bill for a House vote, but faces opposition from GOP hardliners, potentially forcing him to seek Democrat support. The bill aims to send $17.6 billion to Israel, but conservatives are pushing for alternative funding sources. The White House has threatened to veto the bill, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries accused Johnson of undermining a bipartisan Senate effort. The Senate is set to vote on a $118 billion security agreement that includes funding for Israel, making Democrat support critical for the bill's passage.

via Fox News|
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politics1 year ago

"House to Vote on $17 Billion Stand-Alone Israel Aid Bill, Speaker Johnson Announces"

The US House of Representatives is set to vote on a stand-alone bill to provide aid to Israel, without offsetting spending cuts, in response to the Senate's legislation that pairs Israel aid with funding for Ukraine and border security. Speaker Mike Johnson criticized the Senate's failure to move appropriate legislation in a timely fashion and announced the House's intention to pass a clean, standalone Israel supplemental package next week, including $17.6 billion in military aid to Israel. It remains uncertain whether the Senate will take up a stand-alone Israel aid bill, as the White House has previously signaled opposition to such a measure.

via NBC News|
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politics2 years ago

"Senate Struggles with Ukraine Aid Bill, Immigration Plan, and More"

The prospects for passing legislation to speed military aid to Ukraine this year are fading as Republicans refuse to strike a quick deal on immigration policy changes they have demanded in exchange for allowing the bill to move forward. After a weekend of negotiations, lawmakers were still far from completing a deal, and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer acknowledged that more time would be needed. Republicans have expressed their reluctance to drop their objections before the new year, and Senate negotiators have yet to reach a full agreement on enhanced border enforcement measures. Both parties are facing internal divisions over the direction of the negotiations, with progressive Democrats and conservative Republicans pushing back against potential compromises.

via The New York Times|
#aid-bill#border-talks#immigration-policy
politics2 years ago

US House Passes Israel-Only Aid Bill, Senate Roadblock Ahead

The US House of Representatives passed a Republican plan to provide $14.3 billion in aid to Israel and cut funding for the Internal Revenue Service, despite Democrats' objections and the promise of a veto from President Joe Biden. The bill, which received support largely along party lines, faces a dead end in the Senate, where Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has stated that he will not bring it up for a vote. The bill's combination of aid for Israel with a cut to the IRS, as well as the exclusion of aid for Ukraine, has drawn criticism from Democrats. Biden has called for a broader $106 billion emergency spending package that includes funding for Israel, Taiwan, Ukraine, and humanitarian aid. The dispute between the two chambers could delay the approval of any emergency spending plan.

via Reuters|
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politics2 years ago

"Schumer slams 'joke' Israel aid bill as Biden considers veto"

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer criticizes the House Republicans' standalone Israel aid bill, calling it a "joke" and "stunningly unserious." Schumer urges House Speaker Mike Johnson to change course, as the proposal lacks aid to Ukraine, humanitarian assistance to Gaza, and funding for the Indo-Pacific. Meanwhile, President Biden threatens to veto the bill, stating that bifurcating Israel security assistance from other national security priorities will have global consequences. The Congressional Budget Office also undercuts the House GOP's argument for funding the bill by cutting IRS funding, warning that it would decrease revenues and increase the deficit.

via CBS News|
#aid-bill#chuck-schumer#israel
politics2 years ago

"US House Republicans' Israel-only aid bill sparks controversy and opposition in Senate"

US senators from both parties express doubts about a House Republican plan to provide $14.3 billion in aid to Israel without including aid to Ukraine, while President Joe Biden threatens to veto the bill if it passes. The bill, which was unveiled by House Republicans, is a standalone supplemental spending bill solely for Israel, despite Biden's request for a $106 billion package that includes aid for both Israel and Ukraine. Senate Democrats, who control the Senate, have stated that the bill would be dead on arrival in the upper chamber. The administration argues that the bill is detrimental to Israel, the Middle East region, and US national security.

via Reuters|
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