House GOP Approves Israel Aid, Funded by IRS Budget Cuts!

Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Israel Security Assistance Authorization Act (ISAAA). The bill will provide $38 billion in security assistance to Israel over the next 10 years. It is intended to maintain and protect the strong military and security relationship between the United States and Israel. The bill, sponsored by House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, 358 to 48. It will now move to the Senate where it is expected to pass with similar support. The ISAAA includes a provision which offsets the cost of the security assistance by cutting $500 million from the IRS budget. Critics of the bill, including some House Democrats, argue that cutting funding from the IRS and other government services will have an adverse effect on the lives of millions of Americans. Furthermore, some argue this does not show support for a key ally, but instead highlights a lack of support for the people of the United States. In spite of this criticism, House Republicans say the bill will help ensure that the United States can meet its obligations and support its allies. House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) believes the legislation strikes the right balance between supporting the American people and promoting the security of our allies in the Middle East. The passing of the ISAAA sends a strong message to the world that the United States stands firmly behind its allies and is willing to ensure their safety and security. This bill also shows that bipartisan support in Congress can be found, even in difficult times. The ISAAA is a major victory for House Majority Leader McCarthy and his supporters. It is also a reminder that the United States values its international partnerships and is committed to standing with its allies in times of need. Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Israel Security Assistance Authorization Act (ISAAA). The bill will provide $38 billion in security assistance to Israel over the next 10 years. It is intended to maintain and protect the strong military and security relationship between the United States and Israel. The bill, sponsored by House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, 358 to 48. It will now move to the Senate where it is expected to pass with similar support. The ISAAA includes a provision which offsets the cost of the security assistance by cutting $500 million from the IRS budget. Critics of the bill, including some House Democrats, argue that cutting funding from the IRS and other government services will have an adverse effect on the lives of millions of Americans. Furthermore, some argue this does not show support for a key ally, but instead highlights a lack of support for the people of the United States. In spite of this criticism, House Republicans say the bill will help ensure that the United States can meet its obligations and support its allies. House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) believes the legislation strikes the right balance between supporting the American people and promoting the security of our allies in the Middle East. The passing of the ISAAA sends a strong message to the world that the United States stands firmly behind its allies and is willing to ensure their safety and security. This bill also shows that bipartisan support in Congress can be found, even in difficult times. The ISAAA is a major victory for House Majority Leader McCarthy and his supporters. It is also a reminder that the United States values its international partnerships and is committed to standing with its allies in times of need.