{"id":284,"date":"2023-12-05T13:01:34","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T07:16:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/?p=284"},"modified":"2024-01-07T14:40:33","modified_gmt":"2024-01-07T08:55:33","slug":"u-s-congress-faces-criticism-for-ongoing-support-of-israel-amidst-escalating-palestinian-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/?p=284","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Congress Faces Criticism for Ongoing Support of Israel Amidst Escalating Palestinian Crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Congressional Actions Draw Scrutiny as Human Rights Violations Continue Unabated<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignwide\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\"><\/span><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-285\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mldedt7oug9o.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:576\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/palestine-gaza-genocide-israel-us-congress.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mldedt7oug9o.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:576\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/palestine-gaza-genocide-israel-us-congress.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mldedt7oug9o.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:169\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/palestine-gaza-genocide-israel-us-congress.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mldedt7oug9o.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:432\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/palestine-gaza-genocide-israel-us-congress.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mldedt7oug9o.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/onlinepeoplesnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/palestine-gaza-genocide-israel-us-congress.jpg 1470w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em><code>Demonstrators hold up a banner with images of Palestinian martyrs at a vigil in New York City on November 29 (Photo: Wyatt Souers)<\/code><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the wake of intensifying violence in the Palestinian territories, the United States Congress is under scrutiny for its unwavering support of Israel, with critics accusing it of complicity in Israel&#8217;s alleged crimes. Since October 7, Congress has passed a series of resolutions condemning Hamas, reaffirming support for Israel, and approving multi-million dollar &#8220;emergency military aid&#8221; packages for the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Last week, a controversial resolution equating anti-Zionism with antisemitism was passed, with almost unanimous support from the House of Representatives. Representative Michael Lawler introduced the resolution, which also reiterated Israel&#8217;s &#8220;right to exist.&#8221; Notably, even self-identified progressive Jamaal Bowman voted in favor of the resolution while expressing concerns about the lack of similar resolutions affirming the Palestinian right to exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite mounting pressure for a balanced approach, Congress has moved almost uniformly in supporting Israel. A USD 14.5 billion military aid package for Israel was passed by the House on November 3, although it faces a stall in the Senate. Simultaneously, Representative Cori Bush&#8217;s resolution calling for a ceasefire has encountered resistance, contrasting with the swift approval of Lawler&#8217;s resolution equating anti-Zionism with antisemitism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lack of resolutions condemning Israel&#8217;s actions has sparked criticism, especially as reports of civilian casualties continue to emerge. Over 15,500 Gazans, including at least 6,600 children, have reportedly been killed in what is termed Israel&#8217;s war against Hamas. The recent resumption of Israeli attacks following a seven-day pause, seemingly with U.S. approval, has raised concerns about the ongoing humanitarian crisis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, the U.S. political establishment&#8217;s reluctance to condemn Israel&#8217;s actions has triggered internal strife. The House of Representatives voted to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib, the only Palestinian in Congress, for stating that &#8220;the apartheid system&#8221; creates conditions leading to resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Critics argue that the U.S. government&#8217;s stance is further evidenced by its refusal to label the situation as a &#8220;genocide&#8221; and President Biden&#8217;s expressed lack of confidence in Palestinian casualty figures. The White House, while acknowledging civilian casualties in Gaza, contends that Israel is defending itself against a &#8220;genocidal terrorist threat.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As grassroots movements gain momentum, voices within Congress, including progressive figures like Bernie Sanders, face increasing pressure to take a stand against Israel&#8217;s actions. 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