U.S. Lawmakers Fund, Then Profess Shock at Gaza's UXO Deaths
The New Arab details the horrific reality of Gaza's children being killed and maimed by unexploded ordnances, chillingly quoting a child: “I was playing… then everything exploded.” This isn't just about Israeli military actions; it’s about the enabling hand of Washington. Remember HR 8035, the bill passed in February 2024 providing $14 billion in military aid to Israel? That critical funding,
largely to replenish Israel's arsenal, sailed through Congress with 377 'yes' votes ( clerk.house.gov/Votes/2024220 ). Many of those 'yes' votes came from politicians who—surprise!—had just received significant campaign contributions from organizations like AIPAC. For instance, according to OpenSecrets.org, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who voted for this aid package, received $348,000 from
pro-Israel groups in her career. One might wonder if the children playing in Gaza are aware of this particular donor network's influence as they navigate explosive remnants. This isn't 'collateral damage'; it's the predictable outcome of uninterrupted, unconditional military supply chains, rubber-stamped by politicians who then issue statements of 'concern.' How many children have to lose limbs
before Washington considers conditioning aid?