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Progressives Slam Appointment of Pro-Israel Lawmaker to US House Foreign Affairs Committee

Moskowitz's appointment to a Middle East-focused foreign affairs subcommittee drew criticism over his support for Israel.

Progressives Slam Appointment of Pro-Israel Lawmaker to US House Foreign Affairs Committee
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This article1 analysis · Sep 29, 2026
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Jared Moskowitz was appointed the top-ranking Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs subcommittee covering the Middle East and North Africa, prompting criticism from progressive commentators and organizations over his support for Israel. Moskowitz said he would work to strengthen ties with Israel and Gulf allies and advance regional peace.

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Jared Moskowitz
D · FL-23

Appointed top-ranking Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Middle East and North Africa

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Appointed to the Middle East and North Africa subcommittee

Wesley Bell
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Appointed to the Middle East and North Africa subcommittee

Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President referenced in an attributed criticism of Moskowitz's support for the Iran war

ALSO MENTIONED  Barack Obama, Former president mentioned in connection with Ben Rhodes's past work; Ben Rhodes, Former Obama administration national security adviser and critic of the appointment; Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli prime minister mentioned in a quoted criticism of Moskowitz's position on aid to Israel; Marc Pocan, Representative appointed to the House Foreign Affairs Committee

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Jared Moskowitz Named Top Democrat on House Middle East Subcommittee

Outlets agree Representative Jared Moskowitz was named the top Democrat on the House Middle East and North Africa subcommittee, drawing criticism from progressive groups over his support for Israel. Left-leaning outlets emphasize condemnation from progressive and pro-Palestinian organizations, with South Florida Sun Sentinel noting the role's impact on his upcoming election. Right-leaning outlets highlight pushback from progressives while emphasizing Moskowitz's goal to strengthen ties with Israel.

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