Johnson's invitation comes as the debate about U.S. policy toward Israel has shifted since the war. GOP leaders are emphasizing their support for Netanyahu, and highlighting a divide among Democrats.
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress.House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress.
Johnson has not consulted with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D- N.Y., about the invitation yet, according to a spokesperson for Schumer. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told NPR the speaker has not talked to him about the invitation. r and criticized Netanyahu's handling of the war, and called for new elections in Israel after the war ends.
Asked about GOP criticism and the invitation for the Netanyahu to address lawmakers in one party, Schumer said,"I care deeply about Israel and it's long term future. When you make the issue partisan, you hurt the cause of helping Israel."
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