1. United States
2. N.Y.
3. Letter

The escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Lebanon demands immediate action from Congress. Voting yes on Senator Sanders' Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to block the $20 billion arms sale to Israel is crucial to upholding international law and protecting human rights. Israel's obstruction of humanitarian aid and continued military offensives have caused immense suffering, with over 43,800 Palestinian and 3,480 Lebanese civilians killed in the past year alone. The Biden administration's inaction violates U.S. laws prohibiting military aid to countries impeding humanitarian efforts. This vote represents a historic opportunity for Congress to enforce accountability and leverage military assistance to pressure Israel into accepting a ceasefire and addressing the root causes of violence. Prioritizing people over profits and ending the flow of offensive weapons that enable these atrocities is a moral imperative. I urge you to stand on the right side of history and vote yes on these resolutions.