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Senator Sanders led the effort to block arms sales to Israel, citing concerns over the humanitarian impact of the ongoing wars.
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411 stories · 96.5–97.3 · updated Sep 25, 2026
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The U.S. Senate rejected resolutions led by Sen. Bernie Sanders to block arms sales to Israel, though a majority of Democrats supported the measures. The vote highlights growing internal party friction over military support for Prime Minister Netanyahu's campaigns in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran.
Senate Minority Leader opposing the resolutions
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Voted against the resolutions
Voted against Israel resolutions while supporting Iran resolution
President mentioned in context of military policy
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman
Left-leaning outlets like Common Dreams and Truthout highlight the "unprecedented" support from 80% of the Democratic caucus, framing the vote as a historic shift against unconditional military aid. Conversely, sources like Matzav.com and Military Times focus on the legislative defeat, with some characterizing the outcome as a "Bernie Fail" while noting Republican unity in backing the sales. Across the spectrum, outlets agree that the vote underscores a significant and growing divide within the Democratic party regarding the humanitarian impact of the conflict.
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