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- Democrat Robin Kelly supports ‘Block the Bombs’ legislation introduced in May
- Netanyahu ‘has turned a blind eye to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, allowing starvation and famine to spread’
CHICAGO: Democratic Congresswoman Robin Kelly on Thursday said she supports “Block the Bombs” legislation that would prevent the “unchecked transfer” of offensive weapons to Israel.
In a statement to Arab News, Kelly said she will continue to support “defensive” systems for Israel, but its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “has turned a blind eye to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, allowing starvation and famine to spread.”
She added: “We’ve reached a critical point where Congress needs to act.”
The legislation was introduced in May by Democratic Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, and is backed by 21 other members of Congress.
As the Gaza conflict continues and the loss of civilian life grows, more mainstream members have joined in pushing for the law’s adoption.
“As Senator, I will support essential security aid to Israel. But in this moment, we cannot allow the transfer of the deadliest offensive weapons without taking definitive action to prevent the loss of civilian life,” Kelly said, referencing her candidacy for the US Senate next year.