[ [link removed] ]Pramila Jayapal
John,
Later today, the Senate will vote on Bernie Sanders’ joint resolutions to
suspend offensive weapons aid to the Israeli government. I’m encouraging
my Senate colleagues to support these resolutions.
I have been deeply alarmed by the Israeli military’s conduct in Gaza,
where independent human rights monitors have documented the use of
U.S.-provided weaponry in violations of international law.
I believe the U.S. should use all available leverage, including the
suspension of offensive weapons transfers, to de-escalate the violence and
protect the lives of hostages, including Americans, Palestinian civilians,
and all those impacted by the ongoing conflict. I believe we must do this
while continuing to condemn the tragic killing and hostage-taking during
Hamas’ brutal October 7th attacks and advocate for a ceasefire that
ensures the safe return of all hostages.
According to a report from the Biden administration, “it is reasonable to
assess” that Israeli forces have used weapons supplied by the United
States in violation of international law. And Donald Trump’s return to the
White House will only embolden Netanyahu and his far-right ministers.
That’s why I am urging Senators today to support these joint resolutions
to block specific offensive arms sales to Israel, which upholds U.S. law
that prohibits arms transfers to countries that engage in a consistent
pattern of gross violations of internationally recognized human rights or
restrict the delivery of U.S. humanitarian assistance.
There are some who will criticize this vote, stating it harms our ability
to combat terrorists. I disagree. You do not effectively combat terrorism
by starving innocent children, bombing hospitals, and blocking
humanitarian aid. That’s what this vote is about.
We must do everything we can to safeguard civilian lives, secure a lasting
ceasefire, and advance a pathway toward peace.
In solidarity,
Pramila Jayapal
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