U.S. Senator Ted Budd, along with Senator Jim Risch, introduced the Stand with Israel Act in a recent move aimed at curbing what they describe as increasing antisemitism at the United Nations. This legislation would halt U.S. funding to any UN agency that restricts or diminishes Israel’s participation.
“The UN is increasingly a hotbed of antisemitism. As our strongest ally in the Middle East, the United States stands with Israel and the Jewish people. Not a single hard-earned American taxpayer dollar should go to the UN or any international organization that tries to restrict Israel’s participation,” said Senator Budd.
Senator Risch echoed these sentiments: “Israel is one of America’s greatest allies, and under President Trump’s Administration, we will no longer tolerate—much less fund—the blatant antisemitism at the United Nations. This bill will send a clear message to the UN and any other antisemitic international organizations: if you want America’s money, you’ll need to respect our Israeli friends. America will always stand with Israel.”
The proposal has garnered support from several Republican senators including Tom Cotton, Mike Lee, James Lankford, Lindsey Graham, and others. The Stand with Israel Act follows a precedent set by existing laws that bar funding to UN entities elevating the Palestinian Authority to member state status.
The senators emphasize that no American taxpayer dollars should be used to fund organizations limiting Israel’s involvement, underscoring the strategic alliance between the U.S. and Israel.
