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MyNorthwest.comvia Associated PressApr 16, 2026Local News

Senate rejects effort to halt arms sales to Israel, but most Democrats vote to block them

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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Senate Rejects Sanders' Resolutions to Block Israel Arms Sales
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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.

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