The White House formally opposed the GOP legislation, but it's likely to get votes from pro-Israel Democrats.
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House Democrats have found themselves facing familiar divisions this week with a vote to sanction theThe White House on Monday announced its formal opposition to the GOP legislation, but it is likely to get votes from pro-Israel Democrats anyway.State of play:, which was introduced by conservative Rep. Chip Roy and is co-sponsored by more than 60 House Republicans.
The legislation would sanction those involved in ICC prosecutions of Americans or citizens of U.S. allies that are not ICC members, such as Israel."There are more effective ways to defend Israel, preserve U.S. positions on the ICC, and promote international justice and accountability, and the Administration stands ready to work with the Congress on those options," the statement said.Several pro-Israel House Democrats, including Reps.
"I need to take a look at it, but I'm in favor of sanctioning of sanctioning the ICC in principle," said Torres. "If the ICC can target the Israeli government, what's to stop the ICC from targeting the president, from targeting members of Congress? It sets a dangerous precedent.
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