The House is set to vote on a Republican-led resolution to reaffirm Israel is not a racist state and condemn antisemitism.
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise speaks during a news conference after the House approved an annual defense bill, July 14, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington.will continue Tuesday when the House votes on a Republican-led resolution to reaffirm the U.S. ally is not a racist state and condemn antisemitism -- an effort designed to drive a wedge between Democrats as the party contends with differing stances within its ranks toward Israel., introduced by Rep.
"Our commitment to a safe and secure Israel as an invaluable partner, ally and beacon of democracy in the Middle East is ironclad," House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Reps. Katherine Clark, Pete Aguilar and Ted Lieu said in a statement. "No, there's unity in the Democratic caucus," Aguilar responded. "I think you'll see that with strong attendance from our colleagues on the House floor to see the president of Israel address us."
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