More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split

More than half of House Democrats, 104 members, voted on Wednesday to strip $3.3 billion in U.S. aid from Israel, signaling a growing division within the party regarding support for Israel's war strategy in Gaza. The amendment, proposed by Republican Rep. Thomas Massie, failed to pass with a 104-314 vote, but highlighted shifting attitudes. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who opposed the measure, stated, "American policy in the Middle East must change." The vote reflects increasing pressure on lawmakers ahead of midterm elections, with some Democrats expressing concerns over the use of U.S. military assistance.