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Common DreamsApr 16, 2026Opinion

'Cowardly Bullshit': Handful of Dems Join Senate GOP to Block Ban on US Bombs, Bulldozers to Israel

Senator Chris Coons faced criticism for voting to block the resolutions despite previous statements suggesting a potential change in stance.

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'Cowardly Bullshit': Handful of Dems Join Senate GOP to Block Ban on US Bombs, Bulldozers to Israel
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The US Senate rejected two resolutions led by Senator Bernie Sanders to block bulldozer and bomb sales to Israel. While the measures failed, supporters noted that a record 40 Democratic senators voted against the sales, indicating a significant shift in party alignment.

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