Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York announced she will oppose all U.S. military aid to Israel, including funding for defensive systems such as the Iron Dome missile defense system.

The Democratic congresswoman, who represents parts of the Bronx and Queens, made the declaration regarding her stance on future military assistance to Israel. This position extends to both offensive and defensive military aid packages.

The announcement represents a shift in Ocasio-Cortez's previous voting record on Israel-related funding. In 2021, she initially voted against standalone Iron Dome funding but later changed her vote to present, citing the rushed nature of the vote and lack of debate time.

Ocasio-Cortez has been a vocal critic of Israeli military actions in Gaza and has previously called for conditions on U.S. aid to Israel. She has advocated for linking military assistance to human rights considerations and compliance with international law.

The United States provides approximately $3.8 billion in military aid to Israel annually under a 10-year agreement signed in 2016. This includes funding for various defense systems, including the Iron Dome, which intercepts short-range rockets and artillery shells.