Army Corps Halts Blue State Funds, Finds Israel Bucks
While domestic projects face existential threats over budgets, the White House casually re-routing funds from American infrastructure to geopolitical endeavors showcases a remarkable fiscal agility. It seems the US government has no trouble locating billions for military aid abroad, even as its own citizens' roads, bridges, and water systems crumble. For context, in 2023, the US approved $3.3
billion in security assistance to Israel, plus an additional $14.5 billion emergency package in 2024 (HR 815, signed into law April 24, 2024), during a period when domestic spending was consistently scrutinized. One might wonder how many potholes could be filled, or levees repaired, with the $14.5 billion funneled to Israel, often with the staunch support of politicians who also champion fiscal
austerity at home. It appears American infrastructure is optional, but military aid to a foreign state is a non-negotiable line item, regardless of shutdowns or domestic priorities. The message is clear: your highways can wait, but the F-35s cannot.