The US House of Representatives passed its $1.15 trillion annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) amid a heated, bipartisan row over a provision concerning Israel. The debate turned unusually fractious, with one lawmaker heard urging colleagues to "stop stoking Jew hatred", reflecting how divisive the Israel-related amendment proved even within party lines. The episode highlights growing strain in Washington over US support for Israel as the conflict in the Middle East continues to shape domestic political debate.

At the centre of the dispute was an amendment from Republican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky, reportedly aimed at curbing US assistance to Israel, which triggered fierce pushback. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries warned that the amendment could damage US national security by strengthening groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah, underscoring divisions among Democrats themselves over the issue. The vote came as the annual defence policy bill, covering the Pentagon's budget and priorities, moved through the chamber despite the disagreement.