E181 - The State Department, Weapons Deals, and Israeli Obstructions of Humanitarian Aid w/ Brett Murphy

Derek speaks with ProPublica's Brett Murphy about recent revelations showing the US government's continued arming of Israel despite the State Department's knowledge of Israel preventing humanitarian aid getting into Gaza. They delve into the laws regarding arming countries engaging in such policies, Antony Blinken's denial of knowing Israel's humanitarian aid obstruction in Gaza, America's rationale for an unconditional flow of arms, and more. Brett's pieces on the matter: Israel Deliberately Blocked Humanitarian Aid to Gaza, Two Government Bodies Concluded. Antony Blinken Rejected Them. Inside the State Department’s Weapons Pipeline to Israel Don't forget to get your copy of Matt Christman’s Book ¡No Pasarán! here.