Jeffries thwarts the Left, opposes ending all aid to Israel

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced on Tuesday his opposition to an amendment introduced by Representative Thomas Massie aiming to cut off aid to Israel. Jeffries described the proposal as overly broad, stating it could restrict refugee resettlement, peace-building, humanitarian aid, and U.S. embassy operations. While the measure has divided the Democratic party, the minority leader indicated he would not attempt to persuade other Democrats to vote against the proposal amid these internal rifts.