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Roya News
4 days ago
- Politics
- Roya News
US progressive lawmaker AOC rejects cutting funding for 'Israel's' air defense system
US Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez voted against an amendment proposed by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on Friday, that sought to cut USD 500 million in military aid for 'Israel's' air defense systems. By voting "no" on the amendment, Ocasio-Cortez effectively voted to maintain the funding. The amendment, to H.R.4016, aimed to eliminate $500 million allocated for "Israeli Cooperative Programs," which include systems like the Iron Dome. Rep. Greene argued that the US, facing a $37 trillion national debt, should cease providing foreign aid, stating that "nuclear-armed Israel" is capable of defending itself. She highlighted that the US already provides 'Israel' with $3.8 billion annually in foreign aid, with an additional $8.7 billion allocated in April 2024. The House of Representatives overwhelmingly rejected Greene's amendment with a vote of 6 in favor and 422 against (Roll Call No. 207). The six members who voted to cut the funding were Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), Thomas Massie (R-KY), Al Green (D-TX), Summer Lee (D-PA), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), and Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.). Rep. Ocasio-Cortez was not among those who voted to cut the funding. Previously in April 2024, she cast a "PRESENT" vote on a separate $1 billion supplemental military funding bill for 'Israel's' Iron Dome. She had a controversial emotional reaction after the vote, where she was seen crying on the floor before voting. In a letter explaining her decision, she cited the 'rushed' legislative process, which, she said, 'created very real spillover effects.' 'Yes, I wept. I wept at the complete lack of care for the human beings that are impacted by these decisions, I wept at an institution choosing a path of maximum volatility and minimum consideration for its own political convenience,' the New York representative said. US support for 'Israel's' security has been a long-standing foreign policy, with over $130 billion in bilateral assistance provided since 1948. This includes an annual provision of $3.3 billion in Foreign Military Financing and $500 million for cooperative missile defense programs, formalized through a 10-year Memorandum of Understanding.
New York Post
29-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Senate votes 51-49 to advance President Trump's ‘big beautiful' spending bill — despite opposition from 2 GOP lawmakers
The Senate voted Saturday to launch into debate on President Trump's 'big beautiful' spending bill, after Republican leaders spent hours working to gain enough support to approve the 940-page document. The multi-trillion dollar bill narrowly advanced in a 51-49 procedural vote, despite opposition from two Republican lawmakers who joined their Democratic colleagues in an attempt to block the measure from reaching the Senate floor. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Rand Paul (R-KY) were the holdouts after they publicly declared that they wouldn't be backing the bill in its current form. Advertisement The Capitol dome in Washington DC on June 28, 2025. REUTERS Debate will now begin on the spending bill – and that could take hours as New York Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer has promised to have the nearly 1,000-page measure read before a final vote on passing it can happen. Trump has lobbied for House and Senate Republicans to fast-track the legislation so it lands on his desk by his self-imposed July 4 deadline. Advertisement The measure would make Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent, end taxation on tips and overtime, boost border security funding and scrap green-energy tax credits passed during the Biden administration. The legislation would also have to raise the debt ceiling by roughly $5 trillion in order to cram in all the provisions. Trump warned potential dissenters earlier Saturday that refusal to support his bill would be an 'ultimate betrayal' – later lashing out at Tillis on social media for making a 'big mistake' and threatening to primary him for turning his back on the spending bill. 'Numerous people have come forward wanting to run in the Primary against 'Senator Thom' Tillis,' Truth posted on Truth Social as the vote stalled late Saturday night. 'I will be meeting with them over the coming weeks, looking for someone who will properly represent the Great People of North Carolina and, so importantly, the United States of America. Thank you for your attention to this matter!'
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Senator Lee responds to the Trump-Musk feud
SALT LAKE CITY () — President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's relationship as the two sniped jabs at each other on social media. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) shared his thoughts on the feud in a few posts on his personal X account. Sen. Lee of the Musk and President Trump and stated that he really likes both of them, seemingly disappointed that the two are at odds. Later, Lee also replied to a post by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), who said that Musk did not get involved in government to enrich himself and politicians did not understand that. Lee agreed that Musk was never in government for money. PREVIOUSLY: Musk backs call to impeach Trump, replace him with Vance Lee also posted about his desire for Musk and Trump to reconcile, in one post asking people to reply if they agree that the world is a better place with the 'Trump-Musk bromance fully intact.' The feud between Musk and Trump comes after Musk in the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) at the end of May and Musk attended with a black eye. The public disagreements between the President and the richest man in the world began when Musk , calling it a 'disgusting abomination.' Then during an Oval Office meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Thursday, Trump said that he was in Musk following his criticisms. In response, Musk took to X, posting claims that Trump had ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. He claimed that Trump's involvement is the reason that the Epstein files have not been made public. Later, Musk calling for Trump to be impeached and replaced by Vice President JD Vance, agreeing with the post. Utah man pleads guilty to attempting to hire hitman while behind bars in 2020 Senator Lee responds to the Trump-Musk feud Chrysler at 100: Plans for a bold comeback Wyoming state senator proposes eliminating property taxes More heavy rain, rumbles for southern & central Utah Thursday evening Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Republican Says US Should End All Military Aid to Israel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky said Thursday night that the United States should stop all military aid to Israel, citing mounting civilian casualties in the Gaza Strip. Newsweek reached out to Massie's office via email Thursday for comment. Why It Matters Tensions in the Middle East remain high despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations between the Israeli government and Hamas, with the U.S. acting as a key interlocutor. Tens of thousands of people in Gaza have died as a result of Israel's war against Hamas, which was launched in response to Hamas' attack in Israel on October 7, 2023. President Donald Trump, meanwhile, has repeatedly suggested that the U.S. "take over the Gaza Strip," adding at a news briefing alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "We'll own it and be responsible for dismantling all of the dangerous unexploded bombs and all of the other weapons on the site." Asked about the possibility of sending U.S. troops into Gaza, Trump said: "As far as Gaza is concerned, we'll do what is necessary, if it's necessary, we'll do that." Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) is seen speaking to reporters following a series of votes at the U.S. Capitol on March 11, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by) Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) is seen speaking to reporters following a series of votes at the U.S. Capitol on March 11, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by) What To Know Massie's remarks about ceasing U.S. military aid to Israel come as the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) faces intense criticism over what critics describe as a chaotic approach to aid distribution. Video footage and photos posted to social media have shown thousands of Palestinians scrambling for food amid reports of Israeli gunfire and multiple casualties. In his post to X on Thursday, the Kentucky lawmaker said, "Nothing can justify the number of civilian casualties (tens of thousands of women and children) inflicted by Israel in Gaza in the last two years. We should end all U.S. military aid to Israel now." Massie has long been outspoken about his views of Israel and was the only Republican to vote against a bill condemning antisemitism in 2022. The Kentucky Republican later defended his vote on X, formerly Twitter, saying, "I don't hate anyone based on his or her ethnicity or religion." "Legitimate government exists, in part, to punish those who commit unprovoked violence against others, but government can't legislate thought," Massie added. "This bill promoted internet censorship and violations of the 1st amendment." In March 2024, Massie voted against a bill that would have forced then-President Joe Biden to approve more military assistance to Israel. Last October, while Israel was carrying out its military campaign in Lebanon, Massie posted on X: "If Israel insists on destroying civilian targets in Lebanon, let them buy and build their own weapons. American taxpayers should not be funding this." Massie is no stranger to criticism, including from members of his own party. He's repeatedly voted "no" on congressional budget proposals backed by the Republican Party. Most recently, he drew President Donald Trump's and senior GOP lawmakers' ire when he voted against the Trump-backed bill that recently passed the House of Representatives, arguing that it would balloon the national deficit. Nothing can justify the number of civilian casualties (tens of thousands of women and children) inflicted by Israel in Gaza in the last two years. We should end all U.S. military aid to Israel now. — Thomas Massie (@RepThomasMassie) May 30, 2025 This story is developing and will be updated as more information becomes available.
The Hill
23-04-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
RNC Chair Michael Whatley joins 'The Hill on NewsNation'
A reminder this week that the 2026 jockeying is well underway. For example, Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY) announced Tuesday that he's running for Mitch McConnell's soon-to-be open Senate seat. While that's a definitive move, there are also questions about a different Republican House member: could Elise Stefanik try to challenge New York Governor Kathy Hochul? 'She would be an absolutely fantastic candidate,' Michael Whatley, chairman of the Republican National Committee, told me. I asked Whatley if she'd be the best chance for Republicans to flip the Governor's Mansion, but he wasn't willing to go there yet. 'I think we'll wait and see who's going to get in that race.' This is indeed a big 'wait-and-see' for Republicans. It involves a rising star within the party potentially trying to close a six-point gap from the last gubernatorial race.
