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Congress Supports Israel Weapons Sales Amid Party Shift

8/1/2025

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In a dramatic late-night session, Congress voted against halting weapons sales to Israel during its conflict in Gaza, with more than half of Democrats backing the decision—a notable shift in party stance. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a prominent figure on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, stood out among those supporting the measure, highlighting the deepening complexities of U.S. foreign policy.

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In a dramatic late-night session, Congress voted against halting weapons sales to Israel during its conflict in Gaza, with more than half of Democrats backing the decision—a notable shift in party stance. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a prominent figure on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, stood out among those supporting the measure, highlighting the deepening complexities of U.S. foreign policy.