Rep. Gabe Vasquez Supports Bipartisan Push to End American Taxpayer Support for Israeli Military Operations

July 15, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – On July 15, 2026, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) voted in favor of a bipartisan amendment to block $3.3 billion in security assistance and other funding for Netanyahu’s far-right Israeli government from the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act. The amendment was introduced by Republican Rep. Thomas Massie (KY-04). “Hardworking New Mexicans’ tax dollars should not be spent on a blank check for Netanyahu’s far-right government to unleash senseless violence in Gaza and Lebanon, deny humanitarian aid, and continue the illegal settlements in the West Bank,” said Vasquez. “Enough is enough. The killing of innocent civilians and reckless destruction of homes and infrastructure must end. The American people should not take part in funding this senseless violence.” Rep. Vasquez has repeatedly advocated against spending U.S. taxpayer dollars on conflicts in the Middle East that do not align with American values. His actions on this front include : Being the first member of the New Mexico delegation to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict. Sending a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the Administration to bring the conflict in southern Lebanon to an end and ensure that any expenditure of taxpayer dollars to pay for weapons for Israel are authorized by Congress. Pressed Pentagon officials on the Iran war, demanding answers for New Mexico regarding the war’s duration, cost, and the Administration’s lack of an exit plan. Voted in support of the Iran War Powers Resolution. ### Issues : Armed Services & National Security