A $1.15 trillion defense bill cleared the U.S. House on July 23, 2026 . It adds a new section linking Israel’s defense industry straight to U.S. military projects. Some lawmakers pushed back strongly . Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York called it a threat to democracy. Debates ran long about funding and security pacts. The final text pushes for greater joint work between the two militaries.
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US and Israel Military Integration: What NDAA Vote Does and Does Not Do - Newsweek
US and Israel Military Integration: What NDAA Vote Does and Does Not Do Newsweek
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US House passes $1.15tn defence bill embedding Israel's war machine inside America - Middle East Monitor
US House passes $1.15tn defence bill embedding Israel's war machine inside America Middle East Monitor
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US house of representatives approves 'merger' of US, Israeli militaries - thecradle.co
US house of representatives approves 'merger' of US, Israeli militaries thecradle.co
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House passes spending bill that critics say will integrate the U.S. and Israeli militaries - Mondoweiss
House passes spending bill that critics say will integrate the U.S. and Israeli militaries Mondoweiss