politics
April 2, 2026
AOC vows to block future US military aid to Israel, including for defensive systems
Ocasio-Cortez says Israel can fund its own defense and she will oppose any new US aid amid human rights concerns
TL;DR
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will oppose any future US military aid to Israel, including for defensive systems.
- She stated that Israel can fund its own defensive systems like the Iron Dome.
- Her stance aligns with her voting record against sending taxpayer dollars to governments that ignore international and US law.
- Ocasio-Cortez has previously voted 'present' on Iron Dome funding and voted against an amendment to cut Iron Dome funding.
- Her recent position has strained relations with some members of the Democratic Socialists of America.
- Support for Israel has decreased among Democratic voters.
- Representative Ro Khanna echoed similar sentiments, suggesting Israel's large defense budget should cover its needs.
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