https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/top-democrat-puts-hold-on-trump-s-2-8b-weapons-sale-to-israelContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/top-democrat-puts-hold-on-trump-s-2-8b-weapons-sale-to-israelhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/top-democrat-puts-hold-on-trump-s-2-8b-weapons-sale-to-israel#u73564Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:31:00 +0000Representative Meeks has placed a hold on a planned $2.8 billion weapons sale from the Trump administration to Israel. The deal involves the transfer of powerful heavy bombs, marking one of the largest arms sales to Israel in recent years. By refusing to clear the transaction, the Democratic lawmaker has stalled the delivery of these munitions. The sale has drawn controversy due to the nature of the weaponry involved and its intended use.Why it mattersThe sale focuses on heavy munitions designed for significant impact. This transaction represents a major escalation in the volume of weaponry th