Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer will lead a bipartisan congressional delegation to Israel this week, aiming to show support amidst growing tensions over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming address to Congress. The delegation, consisting of nine House members, will engage in discussions with Israeli leaders to gather updates on the situation in Gaza, including the ongoing conflict and humanitarian concerns.
Hoyer expressed his commitment to strengthening the US-Israel relationship, emphasizing bipartisan support for Israel within Congress. The visit comes at a critical time as Democrats grapple with differing views on Israel's actions in Gaza, with some lawmakers considering boycotting Netanyahu's speech scheduled for July 24.
