Democratic gains put US military aid to Israel in doubt

US military aid to Israel faces sudden uncertainty after Democratic election gains, with newly elected progressives demanding an immediate halt to billions in support over the Gaza war. Vice President JD Vance has also questioned the U.S.-Israel relationship. Abdul El-Sayed, set to become the first Muslim U.S. Senator, condemned weapons sales to Israel, citing "genocide and apartheid." A July House proposal to cut $3.3 billion in aid saw majority Democratic support but failed. New members like Darializa Avila Chevalier advocate for an arms embargo. President Trump announced military aid to Israel would end this year, though Israel denied knowledge. The U.S. has provided $175 billion since 1948, with $38 billion committed through 2028, plus nearly $9 billion extra since the Gaza invasion.