Overview

• Biden paused a shipment of heavy weaponry to Israel to discourage a full-scale attack on Rafah, Gaza.
• Republicans argue Biden's actions are unprecedented and weaken Israel's security during a critical time.
• Historical precedents show past U.S. presidents have also paused aid to influence Israeli actions.
• Biden's administration later approved over $1 billion in new arms deals for Israel, undermining the initial pause.
• Experts are divided on whether Biden's move represents a significant break from past U.S. policies toward Israel.