Brownley Statement on Massie Amendment to Foreign Aid Budget Bill

Home > Press Releases > Brownley Statement on Massie Amendment to Foreign Aid Budget Bill Brownley Statement on Massie Amendment to Foreign Aid Budget Bill July 15, 2026 | Press Releases Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Julia Brownley (D-CA) released the following statement after passage of the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027 (H.R. 8595). “I unequivocally believe in Israel’s right to exist as a sovereign Jewish state, and I am unwavering in my belief that Israel has the right to defend its people against hostile governments and proxy groups that seek its destruction. I also firmly believe that the Palestinian people have a right to dignity, security, and self-determination. “I also believe that Prime Minister Netanyahu’s actions in the Middle East have deeply undermined these efforts and recklessly escalated tensions in the region. His government’s actions have not advanced the cause of peace or security and have instead left both Israelis and Palestinians less safe. I do not see how we can continue down this path without a course correction. “I recognize that Rep. Massie’s amendment is not a serious effort to solve the current state of affairs in the Middle East. It’s also clear to me that the Republicans and the President have long ago ceased to want to take this historically bipartisan issue seriously, and to thoughtfully engage with Democrats to provide the leadership necessary to find a path forward to ending the violence, rebuilding Gaza, and securing the region. “My vote in favor of the Massie amendment is simply a vote for that course correction.” ### Issues: 119th Congress , Defense , National Security Back to News Facebook Bluesky Mail