DNC Considers Israel, Gaza Resolutions Amid 2028 Democratic Debate

As the 2028 presidential race approaches, Democrats are reevaluating their positions on Israel amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Pete Buttigieg, once a moderate voice on the U.S.-Israel relationship, has expressed deep distress over the situation in Gaza, emphasizing the need for an immediate end to violence, the return of hostages, and unimpeded aid to Gaza. The Democratic National Committee is set to vote on two contrasting resolutions: one calling for a ceasefire and a two-state solution, and another, supported by progressives including Sen. Bernie Sanders, advocating for an arms embargo on Israel and recognition of a Palestinian state. This internal party debate reflects shifting attitudes, with some Democrats, like Rep. Ro Khanna, criticizing Israel's current actions and others, such as Brian Romick from Democratic Majority for Israel, warning that anti-Israel measures could politically backfire. Key Democratic figures like Sen. Ruben Gallego describe their stances as evolving, while some prominent leaders remain cautious or silent. The U.S.-Israel relationship is emerging as a critical litmus test for Democratic candidates ahead of the 2028 primaries, highlighting deep divisions within the party on how to address the conflict.