Only one-third of Senate Democrats support Schumer’s proposal for fresh Israeli elections

Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia has diverged from Senator Chuck Schumer’s stance, asserting that “decisions regarding Israel’s ⁢leadership should be made by the Israeli people.” ‌Senator Schumer’s push for a new​ election in Israel hasn’t garnered widespread support within the Senate Democratic caucus, with only a third rallying behind him.

Voices Aligning‍ with Schumer

• Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts criticized Netanyahu ⁢for the crisis in ⁣Gaza.
• Senator Bernie Sanders expressed support for Schumer’s influence on Israeli elections due to U.S. aid.
• Senator Mark Warner of Virginia defended Schumer’s ⁢stance against Netanyahu’s interference in U.S. politics.

Tim​ Kaine’s Stance

Senator⁤ Tim Kaine, up for reelection, emphasized the‍ importance of‍ Israelis deciding​ their leader independently. He joined a ⁣limited group of Senate Democrats, ‍like Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada, who believe that ‌Israel’s political future should be determined by its citizens.

Democratic Senators’ Reactions

While some senators, including Warren, Sanders, and Warner, sided ​with Schumer, others in swing states stayed silent. ⁣Senators like Tammy Baldwin, Bob Casey, Jon Tester, and⁤ Sherrod Brown ⁤haven’t publicly addressed Schumer’s call for Israeli elections.