Congresswoman Nikema Williams’ Statement Opposing Republicans’ Cuts to International Aid

WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the following statement on Republicans’ slate of policies making cuts to humanitarian aid and promoting isolationism:

Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) said:

“I voted no on the Massie amendment and the underlying bill yesterday because they were poorly written and overly broad. The bill would make across-the-board cuts to humanitarian aid that could impact embassy operations, educational and cultural exchanges, and ongoing support for Palestinian Security Forces. I believe our decisions and policies must be concise and decisive, especially when addressing the actions of the far-right Netanyahu regime.

Palestinian people have a right to self-determination and American policy actions should support that goal through thoughtful and deliberate considerations of the path forward for the Israeli and Palestinian people. The Massie amendment was not a genuine step toward lasting peace.

I believe Congress should always evaluate how taxpayer dollars are spent and work toward a foreign policy that advances peace, security, and accountability. The Republican proposals before us did not do that. Instead, these sweeping cuts would essentially isolate America from the world.”