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ProPalestine protesters confront Rep. Brian Mast for passing 'Israel' military aid package
On April 20, the US House passed several bills, including military funding to the Israeli occupation, allowing it to continue committing its genocide in Gaza. The funding package allocates $26.4 billion in aid to the occupation, $4 billion for the Iron Dome and David's Sling missile defense systems, and $1.2 billion for the Iron Beam defense system. Additionally, $4.4 billion is allocated to replenish military items and services provided to "Israel", while $3.5 billion is earmarked for the procurement of advanced weapons systems and other items through the Foreign Military Financing Program. Furthermore, it includes $9.2 billion in public assistance, including emergency food, shelter, and basic services, to populations experiencing crises. It also provides additional flexibility for transfers of military hardware to "Israel" from US stockpiles held in other countries. The Israel Security Supplemental was approved with an overwhelming vote of 366-58.