Majority US Democrats Support Sanctions and Aid Reduction Against Israel Amid Gaza Conflict

New polling data reveals a significant majority of Democratic primary voters in the U.S. support sanctions and punitive measures against Israel, reflecting widespread belief that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. The survey, conducted by YouGov for pro-Palestinian advocacy groups, shows 72% of respondents believe genocide is occurring, 65% favor sanctions on Israel, and 75% oppose renewing U.S. weapons funding to Israel. Additionally, 62% support barring Israeli officials and soldiers from entering the U.S., and many voters want to reduce overall U.S. aid to Israel. These sentiments are particularly strong among younger voters aged 18-29. The polling results highlight a growing divide between Democratic voters and their party's leadership over U.S. policy on Israel, with some voters indicating the issue will influence their 2026 election decisions. Advocates urge Democratic leaders to heed this shift, warning that ignoring voter concerns could risk repeating recent electoral losses.