Top Democrats split on cutting $3.3bn Israel military aid

Top House Democrats are divided over a proposal to block billions of dollars in US military aid to Israel. On Tuesday, two of the party’s highest-ranking lawmakers said they will oppose the effort, while the chair of the progressive caucus urged colleagues to support it. House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries called the amendment “overly broad.” The proposal, introduced by Republican congressman Thomas Massie, would halt $3.3bn in aid for Israel. Most of that money goes to Israel’s military. The debate comes as Democrats face growing backlash from their own voters over the party’s support for Israel. Recent primary elections have seen several Democratic incumbents lose their seats, fueled by anger over the issue.