House Foreign Affairs Committee adds pro-Israel Democrats
House Democrats with pro-Israel bonafides are moving into key positions on the Foreign Affairs Committee as the party grapples with a growing divide among pro-Palestinian advocates and members traditionally supportive of Israel. In an announcement Tuesday, Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fl.) was named ranking member of the Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee. Moskowitz recently defeated...
The House Foreign Affairs Committee has added three Democrats with pro-Israel credentials to its ranks. Rep. Jared Moskowitz has been named ranking member of the Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee. According to The Guardian US, Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Wesley Bell are also joining the committee.
These appointments come as the Democratic party is grappling with a growing divide between pro-Palestinian advocates and members traditionally supportive of Israel. The move is likely to anger left-wing activists who have been critical of Israel's actions in Gaza.
The appointments follow a series of primary election wins for progressive candidates who have criticized Israel. The new members will take on key roles in shaping US foreign policy.
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