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House passes pro-Israel resolution with 412 votes in favor as Senate advances Lew nomination

One Republican and nine Democrats voted against the pro-Israel resolution, while six Democrats voted present

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House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-TX) displayed photos of blood-soaked Israeli homes in the aftermath of Hamas’ attack.

After nearly three weeks of paralysis, the House approved — by a 412-10 vote, with six lawmakers voting present — a resolution in support of Israel and condemning Hamas as its first order of business after electing Rep. Mike Johnson...

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