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Democrats Split on Israel Aid Vote | Concord News
A major House vote revealed a surprising shift as 103 Democrats backed cutting $3.3 billion in U.S. aid to Israel — a stark contrast to just two years ago. Rep. Maggie Goodlander, a pro-Israel supporter in the past, joined the vote, arguing for a more equal U.S.-Israel partnership rooted in mutual accountability, not dependence. Meanwhile, Rep. Chris Pappas abstained, warning that cutting aid could backfire by undermining humanitarian efforts and regional security. The debate underscores a growing divide within the Democratic Party as progressives push to reevaluate U.S. support amid…
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