Shaheen on House Israeli aid vote: Israel is ‘strongest ally in the Middle East’
- Posted on July 19, 2026
- By The Hill
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Representative Jeanne Shaheen defended U.S. support for Israel, emphasizing the nation's critical role as America's primary strategic partner in the Middle East region. Her comments came in response to scrutiny over a House vote where over 100 Democratic lawmakers backed measures to restrict military assistance funding. Shaheen's remarks highlight ongoing tensions within the Democratic caucus regarding foreign aid policy and the extent of American commitment to Israeli security interests.
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Shaheen on House Israeli aid vote: Israel is ‘strongest ally in the Middle East’
Rep. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) said Sunday that Israel is “our strongest ally in the Middle East” after being questioned about a recent vote in the House where more than 100 Democrats voted to cut of…
