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Democrats Stall Defense Bill as Israel Favorability Plummets

7/10/2026

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Senator Chris Van Hollen and other Democratic senators asked colleagues to stall the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, which includes provisions to expand U.S.–Israel military and intelligence cooperation, until the Senate considers additional measures.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Democratic favorability for Israel fell to 22% in May from 59% in 2018, and 25% of Americans say war with Iran is worth its costs.
Bernie Sanders also signed the letter.

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Senator Chris Van Hollen and other Democratic senators asked colleagues to stall the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, which includes provisions to expand U.S.–Israel military and intelligence cooperation, until the Senate considers additional measures.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Democratic favorability for Israel fell to 22% in May from 59% in 2018, and 25% of Americans say war with Iran is worth its costs.
Bernie Sanders also signed the letter.