Summary
The Senate voted against two proposals to stop the sale of over $675 million in weapons to Israel. Despite the Senate's decision, more Democrats than before supported these measures due to concerns over humanitarian issues in Gaza.
Key Facts
- The Senate voted 70-27 and 72-24 against stopping the arms sales to Israel.
- The proposed measures aimed to block the sale of 5,000 bombs and thousands of assault rifles.
- 27 Democrats voted to support the embargo on weapons sales.
- Senator Bernie Sanders led the effort to bring the votes to the Senate.
- The humanitarian situation in Gaza has influenced more Democrats to reconsider support for arms sales.
- Despite the increased support, a majority of Democrats and all Republicans voted against the resolutions.
- Over half of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's caucus backed the measures.
- In earlier votes in January, only 10 Democrats supported restricting arms sales to Israel.
