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Source: https://jewishinsider.com/2023/04/u-s-israel-missile-defense-funding-iron-dome-senators-letter/
41 Senators Back Joint U.S.-Israel Missile Defense Programs
(Jewish Insider) Marc Rod - 41 U.S. senators, including 32 Democrats and nine Republicans, have signed a letter supporting full funding - $500 million - for joint U.S.-Israel missile defense programs in 2024. The letter is organized annually by Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Mike Rounds (R-SD). It highlights the importance of counter-drone programs to defending both Israel and U.S. service members from attacks by Iran and its proxies.