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Jeffries Opposes Massie-Khanna Amendment to Cut Israel Aid
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposed a legislative proposal to eliminate 3 billion dollars in military assistance to Israel. Jeffries rejected the effort to end aid. He stated he would allow Democratic members to vote their conscience on the measure. This decision highlights growing internal divisions within the party. Some members characterize the funding as support for genocide. The Massie-Khanna amendment seeks to defund military support for Israel. This move forced House Democrats to debate their long-standing policy. Jeffries remains a vocal opponent of the cuts. Progressive members vow to vote against using tax dollars for the conflict. Representative statement on Massie-Khanna amendmentJeffries Says He Will Oppose Proposal to Cut Off U.S. Aid to IsraelDemocrats squirm over vote to shut off aid to Israel
