In the recently passed continuing resolution, Congress once again demonstrated a willingness to prioritize military aid over critical domestic needs.

Despite broad spending cuts across government programs, provisions buried in the legislation ensure that military assistance — particularly to Israel — remains untouched and even expanded. This should concern both fiscal conservatives worried about unchecked government spending and those who advocate for a more accountable foreign policy.

Among the most striking provisions in the continuing resolution is the expansion of the War Reserve Stockpile Allies - Israel. The resolution authorizes the Department of Defense to transfer an additional $1.5 billion worth of U.S. weapons to Israel from the stockpile between 2027 and 2029. This comes at a time when lawmakers are imposing austerity measures on........

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