Representative Derek Tran Supports Massie Amendment to Block U.S. Military Funding to Israel
Washington, D.C. – Representative Derek Tran (CA-45) issued the following statement regarding Representative Thomas Massie’s (KY-04) amendment to H.R. 8595, the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027. The amendment would eliminate the $3.3 billion in United States military aid to Israel for the 2027 fiscal year.
“American funding for the Israeli military has moved forward for years without real audit or oversight. I supported Representative Massie's amendment to end unconditional funding for Israel because it's time we treat Israel as the strong and wealthy nation it is — capable of standing on its own two feet and deserving of accountability. While imperfect, this amendment is an important signal that the United States will treat Israel as we would any other ally. Further actions, like those laid out in Leader Jeffries’ proposal, are necessary to build sustainable security in the Middle East,” said Representative Derek Tran. “I support continued funding to keep the Israeli people safe through tools like the Iron Dome, and I will work to ensure that funding for diplomatic programs is assured to build real, lasting peace in the region. As the leader of the free world, America must not only stand firm against our adversaries, but hold our closest allies to account."
The amendment was proposed as part of the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027, which funds the U.S. Department of State, foreign assistance programs, and international broadcasting operations that advance American diplomacy and national security interests around the world. The amendment failed to pass by a vote of 314-104.
An Army Veteran, Representative Tran is a member of the powerful House Armed Services Committee and serves as a member of the Readiness and the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittees. Tran enlisted in the Army Reserve at age 18 to give back to the country that welcomed his refugee parents. He served for eight years and was activated for Operation Noble Eagle/Enduring Freedom before earning an honorable discharge. Tran serves as a Co-Chair of the Democratic Caucus National Security Task Force. Representative Tran is a co-sponsor of the Block the Bombs Act, which would prevent the sale, distribution, and transfer of certain ammunition and artillery to the Israeli government.
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