AOC Pledges to Vote Against All Military Aid to Israel
Key Takeaways
- AOC pledged to vote against all U.S. military aid to Israel.
- Defensive weapons funding like Iron Dome would be opposed under the pledge.
- Remarks were delivered at a Democratic Socialists of America event in New York.
Defining Moment
Ocasio-Cortez told the NYC-DSA she would vote against any US military aid to Israel.
“During a private meeting with members of the New York City Democratic Socialists of America on Tuesday night, Rep”
This marked a reversal from her previous position.
She said, 'I have not once ever voted to authorize funding to Israel, and I will never.'
DSA Endorsement Check
The forum was to determine whether DSA would endorse her.
A member asked if she would vote no for any spending on arms for Israel, including defensive capabilities.
Ocasio-Cortez answered, Yes.
Repercussions within Progressive Ranks
The shift came after AOC had voted against the Defense Appropriations Act.
Some supporters spurned her distinction between defensive and offensive aid.
DSA's National Political Committee was deeply disappointed.
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