Statement by Congressman Dan Kildee on Passage of National Security Supplemental Bills

WASHINGTON-Congressman Dan Kildee (MI-08) today issued the following statement after the passage of national security supplemental bills in the U.S. House of Representatives to support America's democratic allies in Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific:

"House Democrats once again delivered the votes to pass critical legislation for the American people. For months, extreme MAGA Republicans blocked the passage of these bills to protect America's national security, support our democratic allies, and provide humanitarian relief for civilians. While the Republican majority in the House is dysfunctional and in chaos, Democrats delivered and put people over politics.

"America continues to stand with the people of Ukraine. This national security bill will provide Ukraine with the support it needs to fight back against Putin's brutal invasion. America lives up to its word and stands with our democratic allies. The United States and the rest of the world cannot let authoritarians attack or invade other countries without being held accountable.

"I strongly support the state of Israel and its right to defend itself, including the recent drone and missile attack by Iran. In Congress, I have consistently supported defensive assistance for Israel, including for the Iron Dome missile defense system. I am disappointed my amendment was not considered to withhold offensive military transfers to Israel until the United States can ensure American weapons are not being used to indiscriminately kill civilians. Israel military operations must abide by U.S., international and humanitarian law, and I could not in good conscience vote to send more U.S.-taxpayer funded weapons to Israel that could be used to kill innocent civilians and worsen the devastating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. I believe that we must work toward a ceasefire, bring home the remaining hostages, and pursue lasting peace through a two-state solution."