US House Democrats Yvette Clarke and Adriano Espaillat back continued aid to Israel

Yvette Clarke Adriano Espaillat Israel aid AIPAC donations House vote

On July 15, 2026, Representatives Yvette Clarke (Brooklyn) and Adriano Espaillat (Manhattan and the Bronx) voted against an amendment that would have eliminated $3.3 billion in annual U.S. military assistance to Israel. The amendment, introduced by Rep. Thomas Massie, was defeated 104‑314, with a narrow Democratic majority opposing the cut.

Both lawmakers are listed as recipients of donations from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and affiliated groups—Clarke reportedly received over $131,000 and Espaillat more than $3 million. The vote highlighted a split within the Democratic caucus, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries opposing the amendment, while Minority Whip Katherine Clark voted in favor. The outcome is seen as an early test of Democratic positions on Israel ahead of the November midterm elections.

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