Such determinations are rare, but not unprecedented, when administrations see an urgent need for weapons to be delivered without waiting for lawmakers' approval.

For the second time this month the Biden administration is bypassing Congress to approve an emergency weapons sale to Israel as Israel continues to prosecute its war against Hamas in Gaza under increasing international criticism.

  • 【J】【u】【s】【t】【Z】@lemmy.world
    43·
    10 months ago

    You’re at the peak of Mt. Stupid.

    https://www.dsca.mil/foreign-military-sales-faq

    Do FMS Sales require Congressional Notification?

    Section 36 of the U.S. Arms Export Control Act requires Congressional notification for FMS or DCS sales expected to meet or exceed the following thresholds:

    For North Atlantic Treaty Organization member countries, South Korea, Australia, Japan, Israel, and New Zealand: major defense equipment (MDE) of $25M or more; any defense articles or services of $100M or more; or design and construction services of $300M or more.

    For all other countries: MDE of $14M or more; any defense articles and services of $50M or more; or design and construction services of $200M or more.

    For North Atlantic Treaty Organization member countries and organizations, South Korea, Australia, Japan, Israel, and New Zealand there is a 15-day statutory notification period.

    For all other countries there is a 30-day statutory notification period.

    Additional Resource: Arms Sales - Congressional Review Process