Israeli President Isaac Herzog addressed Congress to reassure U.S. allies about Israel's democracy and the U.S.-Israel relationship. He acknowledged the intense debate at home over Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's hardline government actions. While his speech celebrated Israel's 75th year, he indirectly addressed concerns within the Biden administration and among Democratic lawmakers about Israel's judicial system overhaul and expanded Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. A handful of progressive Democrats boycotted his speech, and the House passed a resolution reaffirming support for Israel. Herzog also met with Vice President Kamala Harris to announce support for climate-smart agriculture programs.

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