* The stopgap spending bill was supposed to keep the government funded and running through 2022 with a provision to suspend the debt ceiling
* The progressive lawmakers took issue with funds for Israel's defense
* Republican lawmakers are already lambasting Democrats for the abrupt call
* House Democrats are still aiming to get the bill to the floor later today
* House Majority Leader Hoyer told Israel the funds will be sent in the 'near future'
House Democrats removed a provision to give Israel $1 billion toward its Iron Dome defense system from the continuing resolution to keep the government open and funded past September 30 after opposition from the Squad.
The US was forced into crisis talks with Israel in the fallout, with House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer reportedly telling Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Lapid the removal of funds from the stopgap bill was only a 'technical delay.' Hoyer told Lapid the money would be transferred 'in the near future.'
WNU Editor: Progressive Democrats are not happy with this move .... Ilhan Omar slams Democrat colleagues behind new bill to fund Iron Dome and claims Israel is 'human rights abuser' as country's foreign minister says $1BN is vital to stop innocent civilians being killed by terrorist rockets (Daily Mail).
More News On Republicans & Democrats Teaming Up For Israel After Progressives Strike Iron Dome Funding
Top House Democrat to introduce separate bill to provide funding for Israel's Iron Dome -- CNN
Israeli Iron Dome funding to get do-over from Democrats after progressive revolt scuttles provision -- Jerusalem Post
Dems to Vote on Iron Dome Funding This Week After Nixing it from Spending Bill -- CBN
