US Gave Israel $21.7 Billion, Calls It 'Aid' Not 'Investment'
While outlets like RT report the staggering figure of $21.7 billion in US military aid to Israel during its Gaza offensive, they rarely connect the dots to Washington's political landscape. This isn't just 'aid'; it's a strategically placed investment. Many of the same lawmakers approving these funds, from both parties, simultaneously accept significant campaign donations from pro-Israel lobbying
groups like AIPAC. For instance, data from OpenSecrets confirms AIPAC spent a record $24.2 million in 2022 elections, influencing votes on precisely this kind of legislation. This 'aid' directly fuels the operations, ensuring a steady demand for US-made weaponry from corporations whose PACs also fill congressional campaign coffers. So, when you hear politicians lamenting civilian casualties while
simultaneously fast-tracking billions in military hardware, you might wonder if their tears are for the victims or the missed corporate dividends. It certainly appears to be a deeply subsidized 'conflict' – heavily financed by the American taxpayer, who then gets to watch their elected officials debate whether to call it a 'humanitarian crisis' or a 'right to self-defense.' Funny how those two
things get so muddled when there's a multi-billion dollar arms deal on the line.