Anonymous ID: afa7e8 July 13, 2025, 5:24 a.m. No.23319180   🗄️.is đź”—kun   >>9182

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time to wakey wakey anons

 

Has Trump authorized the sale or funding of military weapons to Israel in his second term?

 

Yes, President Donald Trump has authorized significant military weapons sales and funding to Israel during his second term, which began in January 2025. Below is a summary of the key actions based on available information:February 2025 Arms Sales:On February 7, 2025, the Trump administration approved a $7.4 billion arms sale to Israel, including $6.75 billion for munitions (such as 166 small-diameter bombs, 2,800 500-pound bombs, and thousands of guidance kits and fuses) and $660 million for 3,000 Hellfire missiles. Deliveries for some items were set to begin in 2025, while others, like the missiles, are expected in 2028. This sale bypassed congressional review, despite objections from Representative Gregory Meeks, who criticized the lack of documentation and justification.

 

On February 28, 2025, the administration approved a nearly $3 billion arms sale, including over 35,500 MK 84 and BLU-117 2,000-pound bombs, 4,000 Penetrator warheads, and $295 million for Caterpillar D9 bulldozers. This sale was also fast-tracked using emergency authorities, waiving congressional review. The decision reversed a Biden-era pause on 2,000-pound bomb shipments due to concerns over civilian casualties in Gaza.

 

March 2025 Military Assistance:On March 1, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio invoked emergency authorities to expedite $4 billion in military assistance to Israel, bypassing congressional oversight. This included additional bombs, guidance kits, and bulldozers. The move was part of a broader effort to reverse Biden administration restrictions, such as a partial arms embargo and conditions on aid tied to international law compliance.

 

June 2025 Additional Sale:On June 30, 2025, the Trump administration notified Congress of a $510 million sale of precision guidance systems for Israel, including 3,845 JDAM kits for 2,000-pound BLU-109 bombs and 3,280 JDAM kits for 500-pound MK 82 bombs.

 

Total Assistance:Since taking office in January 2025, the Trump administration has committed nearly $16 billion in arms sales and military aid to Israel, including $12 billion in foreign military sales (partially funded through Foreign Military Financing grants) and $4 billion in direct aid. This includes lifting restrictions on 2,000-pound bomb shipments previously paused by the Biden administration.

 

These actions reflect Trump’s stated commitment to bolstering Israel’s military capabilities, often bypassing traditional congressional review processes by invoking emergency authorities. Critics, including some lawmakers, have raised concerns about the lack of oversight and the potential misuse of weapons, particularly in densely populated areas like Gaza, while supporters argue these sales are critical for Israel’s security amid regional threats.

 

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Anonymous ID: afa7e8 July 13, 2025, 6:05 a.m. No.23319312   🗄️.is đź”—kun

saving Israel for last [first, think mirror]

 

Summary of Military aid to Israel under Biden and Trump.

 

ComparisonTotal Amount:Biden (4 years, 2021–2025): ~$37.2–40.2 billion (average ~$9.3–10 billion per year).

Trump (6 months, January–July 2025): ~$15.9 billion (annualized ~$31.8 billion).

Biden’s total aid over four years exceeds Trump’s six-month total, but Trump’s pace of aid is significantly higher when annualized.

 

Per-Year Average:Biden: ~$9.3–10 billion/year.

Trump (annualized): ~$31.8 billion/year.

Trump’s administration has accelerated aid at a rate roughly three times higher than Biden’s annual average, though this is based on a short timeframe and may not sustain.

 

Policy Differences:Biden: Provided consistent, high levels of aid but faced criticism for insufficient oversight and occasional pauses (e.g., 2,000-pound bombs in May 2024). Domestic political pressure from progressives led to some restraint, though aid remained “ironclad.”

 

Trump: Adopted an aggressive, unconditional approach, lifting restrictions, bypassing Congress, and aligning closely with Israel’s policies (e.g., Gaza blockade). The rescinding of NSM-20 and lack of humanitarian conditions signal a less restrained policy.

 

Transparency and Oversight:Biden’s administration was criticized for lack of transparency, with researchers noting difficulties in tracking aid due to “bureaucratic maneuvering.”

 

Trump’s administration has been more overt in bypassing Congress, using emergency authorities to expedite aid, which has drawn criticism for undermining legislative oversight.

 

Context and Scale:Biden’s aid was spread over four years, with a significant spike post-October 2023 due to the Gaza conflict. The $17.9 billion estimate for October 2023–October 2024 alone suggests a high-intensity period.

 

Trump’s aid, concentrated in six months, reflects a rapid response to Israel’s ongoing conflicts and a policy shift toward unconditional support. The inclusion of heavy munitions like 2,000-pound bombs and bulldozers indicates a focus on offensive capabilities.

 

X Post Sentiment:Posts on X suggest Biden approved a higher total value of aid ($47.3 billion, including $17.9 billion in military aid) compared to Trump’s $12 billion (as of March 2025). However, these figures are inconsistent with other sources, and the $47.3 billion likely includes non-military aid, making direct comparisons unreliable.

 

Another post notes Trump’s rapid pace of arms transfers in early 2025, aligning with the web data.

 

Critical Notes:Data Limitations: Exact figures for Biden’s term are incomplete due to unreported drawdowns and delayed deliveries. Trump’s figures are more recent but may include planned sales not yet delivered. Both administrations’ totals are likely underestimates.

 

Inflation and Context: Biden’s aid spans a longer period, while Trump’s is concentrated in a shorter, high-intensity timeframe. Inflation adjustments (e.g., $251.2 billion in aid to Israel since 1959, inflation-adjusted) complicate historical comparisons.

 

Political Motivations: Biden faced domestic pressure to balance support for Israel with humanitarian concerns, while Trump’s approach reflects a rejection of such constraints, prioritizing rapid aid delivery.

 

Verification: X posts provide sentiment but are not authoritative. The $47.3 billion figure from X is likely inflated or includes non-military aid, as it conflicts with the $37.2–40.2 billion estimate from web sources. Always cross-check such claims.

 

Conclusion:Biden’s Total Aid: ~$37.2–40.2 billion over four years, averaging $9.3–10 billion/year, with a surge post-October 2023.

Trump’s Total Aid: ~$15.9 billion in six months, annualized to ~$31.8 billion/year, reflecting a faster pace but over a shorter period.

Trump’s administration has provided aid at a significantly higher annualized rate, driven by large, expedited arms sales and a lack of restrictions, compared to Biden’s more measured but still substantial support. However, Biden’s longer term results in a higher cumulative total. If Trump’s pace continues, his second term could surpass Biden’s total aid within two years.