MARUF CT Action this Week

Action Alert: Vote — CT Early Voting Ends November 1. Connecticut early voting is open daily 10 AM–6 PM, with extended hours (8 AM–8 PM) on Tuesday, October 27, and Thursday, October 29. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 6 AM–8 PM. Not registered? You can still register and vote the same day. Find your early voting location

Action Alert: Join the CT Family & Friends Voter Pledge. MARUF CT is building a Connecticut voter network. Pledge to vote in every election, and choose your role: a Team Captain recruits 5–10 family members and friends to register, learn the issues, and vote; a Team Member votes with their captain’s support. Members receive nonpartisan resources on candidates and issues. Take the pledge

On Our Radar: When Congress Returns. Congress is out until after the election. Still waiting: the Iran war powers resolution, the $2.8 billion bomb sale to Israel, and the final NDAA.

Update: International Criminal Court Wins the Sakharov Prize. On October 22, the European Parliament awarded its top human rights prize to the International Criminal Court, recognizing its work upholding international law. Last week, MARUF CT signed a coalition letter urging the ICC to investigate senior U.S. officials for enabling genocide and war crimes against Palestinians. Learn more

Update: 12 Senators Demand Release of Abdalkareem Safi. Twelve Senators, led by Sens. Van Hollen and Welch, asked the administration to secure the release of Abdalkareem Safi, an 18-year-old American high school student held by Israel without charge since June 29. Senators Blumenthal and Murphy did not sign. His detention order expires October 28 and can be renewed. Ask our Senators to speak up for him. Read the letter

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565). 82 cosponsors nationally; Rep. Jahana Hayes is still Connecticut’s only one. Call Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes. Call your Rep

Ongoing: Free Sama Safi and Abdalkareem Safi. Two young Palestinian Americans are held by Israel: Sama Safi, 20, in military detention since June 2, and Abdalkareem Safi, 18, held without charge since June 29. Take action for Sama

Ongoing: Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. Detained since December 27, 2024. All five Connecticut Representatives have called for his release; Senators Blumenthal and Murphy have not. Call them and the White House.

Action Alert: Stand Up for Sudan — Support S. 935 and H.R. 2059. UN investigators found that the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) mass killings in Darfur carry the markers of genocide. The UAE, widely reported as the RSF’s main foreign backer, relies on the U.S. as its top weapons supplier. S. 935 and H.R. 2059 would halt those sales until the UAE stops supporting the RSF. Ask your Representative and Senators to cosponsor. A Decolonize Sudan campaign. Take action

Action Alert: Oppose H.R. 10796 and NDAA Section 219. In July, the House passed its defense bill (the NDAA) with Section 219, which would tie Israel’s military and intelligence agencies closely into sensitive U.S. defense technology. The NDAA has not passed the Senate and is still being negotiated, so Section 219 could be dropped. Now Rep. Bacon (NE) has introduced the same language as a separate bill, H.R. 10796, as a backup. Both lack strong safeguards to protect sensitive U.S. technology, and both would have the U.S. adopt Israeli-developed defense technology that was tested in Gaza and the West Bank. Ask your Representative to oppose both. Send the letter

On Our Radar: When Congress Returns. Congress is out until after the election. Still waiting: the Iran war powers resolution, the $2.8 billion bomb sale to Israel, and the final NDAA.

Update: MARUF CT Signs Open Letter to the International Criminal Court. MARUF CT joined a coalition letter, organized by the Taxpayer Alliance Against Genocide, urging the International Criminal Court to investigate senior U.S. officials, including President Trump and Secretary Rubio, for enabling genocide and war crimes against Palestinians. The letter also condemns U.S. sanctions on ICC staff.

Update: Early Voting Is Open in Connecticut. Early voting runs through November 1, 10 AM–6 PM daily (8 AM–8 PM on October 27 and 29). Election Day is November 3. Not registered? You can still register and vote the same day. Find your early voting location

Update: Sakharov Prize Finalists Announced. Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya did not make it to the finalists for the European Parliament’s Sakharov Prize, announced October 19. His nomination still brought international attention to his case. See the finalists

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565). 82 cosponsors nationally; Rep. Jahana Hayes is still Connecticut’s only one. Call Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes. Call your Rep

Ongoing: Free Sama Safi and Abdalkareem Safi. Two young Palestinian Americans are held by Israel: Sama Safi, 20, in military detention since June 2, and Abdalkareem Safi, 18, held without charge since June 29. His detention order expires October 28 and could be renewed. Take action for Sama

Ongoing: Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. Detained since December 27, 2024. All five Connecticut Representatives have called for his release; Senators Blumenthal and Murphy have not. Call them and the White House.

Action Alert: Register and Vote. Register online or by mail by Friday, October 16. Early voting runs October 19 – November 1, and Election Day is November 3. You can also register in person during early voting or on Election Day. Register to vote

Action Alert: Stand Up for Sudan — Support S. 935 and H.R. 2059. UN investigators found that the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) mass killings in Darfur carry the markers of genocide. The UAE, widely reported as the RSF’s main foreign backer, relies on the U.S. as its top weapons supplier. S. 935 (Sen. Van Hollen) and H.R. 2059 (Rep. Jacobs) would halt U.S. arms sales to the UAE until it stops supporting the RSF. Ask your Representative and Senators to cosponsor. A Decolonize Sudan campaign. Take action

Action Alert: Contact Senators Blumenthal and Murphy. Thank Senator Murphy for cosponsoring S. 5476, which sanctions those behind the E1 settlement project, and ask Senator Blumenthal to join its 20 cosponsors. Ask both to support three more bills: S. 2667 and S. 2672 on West Bank violence, and S. 4800, which protects noncitizens from deportation over their speech.

On Our Radar: Sakharov Prize — Finalists October 19, Winner October 22. Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya is nominated for the European Parliament’s 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought. Learn more

On Our Radar: Abdalkareem Safi — Detention Order Expires October 28. The 18-year-old Palestinian American from Texas has been held in an Israeli prison without charge since June 29. His detention order could be renewed.

On Our Radar: When Congress Returns. Congress is out until after the election. Still waiting: the Iran war powers resolution, the $2.8 billion bomb sale to Israel, and the final NDAA.

Update: MARUF CT Statement on Rep. Ilhan Omar. On October 13, MARUF CT released a statement condemning the apparent political targeting of Rep. Ilhan Omar (MN-05) amid escalating attacks on Somali Americans and Muslims. Read the statement

Update: Block the Bombs Act Gains Its 82nd Cosponsor. Rep. Aisha Wahab (CA-14) has cosponsored the Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565), bringing the total to 82. The bill was introduced on May 21, 2025, with 21 Representatives, and support has grown steadily since. Rep. Jahana Hayes is still the only member of Connecticut’s delegation to cosponsor. Please call Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes and ask them to join. Call your Rep

Update: MARUF CT Joins Call to Free Ya’akub Vijandre. MARUF CT joined 38 organizations endorsing a letter from Reps. Tlaib and Green, signed by 21 other Members of Congress, demanding the release of Ya’akub Ira Vijandre. Ya’akub, a DACA recipient with no criminal record, has been held by ICE for a year after speaking out about Gaza. No Connecticut Representative signed. Call your Representative and ask them to contact DHS and ICE about Ya’akub’s case.

Ongoing: Free Sama Safi. A 20-year-old American citizen held in Israeli military detention since June 2. Take action

Ongoing: Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. Detained since December 27, 2024. All five Connecticut Representatives have signed letters demanding his release; Senators Blumenthal and Murphy have not. Call them and the White House.

Action Alert: Stand Up for Yaakub Vijandre (Deadline: Wednesday, October 7). Yaakub Vijandre, a community journalist and first responder who has lived legally in the U.S. since 2001, has been held by ICE for nearly a year over social media posts criticizing the U.S. government and Israel's actions in Gaza. Representatives Tlaib and Green are leading a letter to DHS demanding answers. Ask your Representative to sign on today. Ask your Rep to sign

Action Alert: Register and Vote. Register by Friday, October 16. Early voting runs October 19 – November 1, and Election Day is November 3. Missed the deadline? You can still register in person during early voting or on Election Day. Register to vote

Action Alert: Call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy. Thank Senator Murphy for co-sponsoring S. 5476, which would impose sanctions on anyone who builds, finances, or facilitates the E1 settlement project in the West Bank, and urge Senator Blumenthal to co-sponsor it. Ask both Senators to support S. 2667 (West Bank Violence Prevention Act), S. 2672 (codifying sanctions on those undermining peace and stability in the West Bank), and S. 4800 (Land of the Free Act), which would protect noncitizens from deportation based on their protected speech.

On Our Radar: When Congress Returns (week of November 9). Still waiting: the Iran war powers resolution (H. Con. Res. 93), the $2.8 billion bomb sale to Israel, and the final NDAA with its "Deadly Merger" provisions (Sections 1217, 925, 219, and 622). We will keep you updated when these come up for a vote.

Update: Historic 47 Votes to Hold Israel Accountable (S. Res. 852). On September 29, the Senate voted 47–51 on S. Res. 852, which would have required the State Department to report on Israel's human rights practices, including the killings of nine Americans in the West Bank. Although it did not pass, 47 votes is a major shift: a similar resolution in January 2024 drew only 11. Both Connecticut Senators, Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, voted yes.

Update: Congress Leaves Until After the Election. The Senate held its last vote on September 30, and the House has been out since mid-September. The Senate returns the week of November 9, so none of the bills we are tracking will get a vote before the November 3 election.

Update: Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya Nominated for Europe's Top Human Rights Prize. On October 1, Dr. Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza who has been detained by Israel without charge since December 2024, was nominated for the European Parliament's 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought. Finalists will be chosen October 19, and the winner will be announced October 22. Learn more

Update: A Third American Held Without Charge. Abdalkareem Safi, a 19-year-old Palestinian American from Texas, has been held in an Israeli prison for nearly four months without charge, joining Sama Safi and Adam Karakrah. His detention order expires October 28 and could be renewed. Learn more

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565). 81 co-sponsors nationally; only Rep. Jahana Hayes has signed from Connecticut. Call your Rep

Ongoing: Free Sama Safi. A 20-year-old American citizen, detained since June 2 with no charges. Take action

Ongoing: Free Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. Detained since December 27, 2024. All five Connecticut Representatives have signed letters demanding his release; Senators Blumenthal and Murphy have not. Call them and the White House.

Action Alert: Stop the NDAA "Deadly Merger." The Senate's defense bill (NDAA) has not passed the Senate yet, but House and Senate leaders are negotiating a final version that could come up for a vote after the November election. In July, Senators Blumenthal and Murphy voted against bringing the bill to the Senate floor, but neither has spoken out against the "Deadly Merger" provisions. Urge them to publicly oppose Sections 1217 and 925 of the Senate NDAA, Section 219 of the House NDAA, and Section 622 of the Intelligence Authorization Act, and to vote no on any final bill that includes them. Tell Senators to Oppose Sections 1217, 925, and 622 

Action Alert: Stop the $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale to Israel, Paid for by American Taxpayers. The administration has informally notified Congress of a package of 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, mostly paid for with U.S. taxpayer-funded military aid. Once the sale is formally notified, any senator can force a vote to block it. Call Senator Blumenthal and Senator Murphy and urge them to oppose this sale and support a resolution of disapproval. Learn more

Action Alert: Demand Answers on West Bank Violence. Nine Americans have been killed in the West Bank in recent years, with no accountability. A new Senate resolution (S. Res. 852) would require the State Department to report on these killings and on the detention of Palestinian children. Senators Blumenthal and Murphy are co-sponsors. Thank them and urge them to push for a Senate vote. Message your Senators

On Our Radar: Iran War Powers Resolution, Round Three (H. Con. Res. 93). On September 15, the House passed H. Con. Res. 93 by a vote of 220–204. It directs the President to remove U.S. forces from the war with Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes military force. All five Connecticut Representatives voted in support, and seven Republicans crossed party lines, the most GOP votes an Iran war powers measure has drawn in the House this year. The resolution is now with the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and has not yet been scheduled for a vote. We will keep you updated when it reaches the Senate floor for a vote. In the meantime, please keep urging Senators Blumenthal and Murphy to vote yes on it. 

Update: Iran War Powers Resolution Fails in the Senate by One Vote. Both Connecticut Senators voted in favor. On September 24, H. Con. Res. 89 failed in the Senate by a vote of 49–50. The resolution, which the House passed in July, would have directed the President to remove U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes military force. Connecticut's Senators, Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, voted in support. Four Republicans crossed party lines to support the measure. Sen. John Fetterman was the only Democrat to vote against it. The second House-passed resolution, H. Con. Res. 93 (passed September 15, 220–204), is still waiting for a Senate vote. 

Update: Rep. DeLauro Opposes the $2.8 Billion Bomb Sale. On September 17, Rep. Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) issued a statement opposing the sale of 40,000 2,000-pound bombs to Israel, saying the Netanyahu government has shown little regard for civilian life. She has not yet co-sponsored H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which would block these bombs. See Block the Bombs under Ongoing below. Read her statement 

Update: Blumenthal and Murphy Join Bipartisan Push for West Bank Accountability — S. Res. 852. On September 14, Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy joined 20 other senators in introducing S. Res. 852. The resolution uses Section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to force the State Department to answer questions about human rights conditions and violence in the West Bank. The State Department would have 30 days to report back  and if it doesn't, certain U.S. security assistance to Israel would automatically be cut off. Read MARUF CT's full statement: https://www.marufct.org/press-statements

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Held since June 2nd. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly four months after her abduction from her family's home. On August 25, Rep. Rashida Tlaib led a bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signed by 41 Members of Congress and 85 advocacy organizations, demanding her immediate release and citing her deteriorating health. That letter has now been delivered — it is closed to further signatures. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama 

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya — Detained Since December 27, 2024. Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, has been held by Israel without charge or trial since December 27, 2024, amid credible reports of torture and life-threatening health conditions. Two congressional letters have pushed for his release:

•  Rep. Raskin's letter (August 2026) drew 27 House signers, including Connecticut's Jahana Hayes and Jim Himes. 

• The Dexter-Ruiz letter (September 8, 2026) was signed by 69 House members, including all five Connecticut Representatives,  Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, Himes, and Hayes,  plus three senators: Merkley, Sanders, and Warren.

Neither Senator Blumenthal nor Senator Murphy has signed onto either effort. Please keep the pressure on: call your Representative, Senators Blumenthal and Murphy, and the White House, urging them to press Secretary Rubio to secure Dr. Abu Safiya's immediate release.

Action Alert: Red Ribbons Campaign — Email Your UN Mission, This Week Only. The Red Ribbons Campaign has an automated letter-writing tool urging UN member states to raise Palestinian detainees during UN General Assembly High-Level Week (September 21–28), when heads of state gather in New York and General Debate begins September 22. Over 9,400 Palestinians remain held in Israeli prisons and military facilities, including 3,200 under administrative detention without charge, trial, or disclosed evidence, and 370 children. Red Cross monitors continue to face restricted access to detention sites. The letter asks every UN mission to: advocate for the release of all Palestinian detainees during Assembly debates and bilateral meetings; demand Red Cross access to all detainees and facilities under Geneva Convention standards; and call for an end to discriminatory execution frameworks. Send yours now: https://redribbonscampaign.com 

Action Alert: The Senate Is Back — Call Now to Stop the NDAA "Deadly Merger". The Senate is back in session, and a vote on the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including the so-called "Deadly Merger" provisions, could happen at any time. We need everyone to call today. Urge your Senators to oppose Section 1217 and Section 925 of the Senate NDAA, along with Section 622 of the Intelligence Authorization Act. Section 1217 would mandate foreign consultation on U.S. defense technology, giving unprecedented foreign influence over American procurement and supply chains while bypassing statutory oversight. Section 925 would authorize the Department of Defense to operate the Civil-Military Coordination Center, weaponizing humanitarian aid, forcing the U.S. military into a proxy role, and creating serious safety risks for American personnel. Section 622 would politicize U.S. intelligence-sharing, permanently entangling our intelligence networks with Israel's and compromising the integrity of our national intelligence services. If these bills go to a conference committee, ask your Senators to demand the complete removal of Section 219 from the House NDAA and Section 622 from the final Intelligence Authorization Act , and to vote no on final passage of either bill if these provisions remain. Take action and send letters to your senators: Tell Senators to Oppose Sections 1217, 925, and 622

Update: House Passes Iran War Powers Resolution — All five Connecticut Representatives voted in favor. On September 15, the House passed H. Con. Res. 93 by a vote of 220–204. The resolution directs the President to remove U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran, using his authority under Section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution. Connecticut Delegation — John Larson, Rosa DeLauro, Jim Himes, Jahana Hayes, and Joe Courtney, voted in support. Seven Republicans crossed party lines to support the measure, the most GOP votes it has drawn in three tries this year. The resolution now moves to the Senate. 

Update: Blumenthal and Murphy Join Bipartisan Push for West Bank Accountability — S. Res. 852. On September 14, Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy joined 20 other senators in introducing S. Res. 852. The resolution uses Section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to force the State Department to answer questions about human rights conditions and violence in the West Bank. The State Department would have 30 days to report back  and if it doesn't, certain U.S. security assistance to Israel would automatically be cut off. The resolution cites:

• Nine U.S. citizens killed in the West Bank since January 2022 by Israeli settlers, Israeli security forces, or both acting together

• Over 1,000 Palestinians, including 210 children, killed in the West Bank between October 7, 2023 and October 16, 2025 by settlers, security forces, or both

• 1,828 settler attacks on Palestinians in 2025 that caused injury or property damage

• 93 percent of 1,685 police investigations into settler violence (2005–Dec 2025) closed with no indictment

• 351 Palestinian children held by the Israel Prison Service as of December 2025

Read MARUF CT's full statement: https://www.marufct.org/press-statements

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Held since June 2nd. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly four months after her abduction from her family's home. On August 25, Rep. Rashida Tlaib led a bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signed by 41 Members of Congress and 85 advocacy organizations, demanding her immediate release and citing her deteriorating health. That letter has now been delivered — it is closed to further signatures. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama 

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya — Detained Since December 27, 2024. Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, has been held by Israel without charge or trial since December 27, 2024, amid credible reports of torture and life-threatening health conditions. Two congressional letters have pushed for his release:

•  Rep. Raskin's letter (August 2026) drew 27 House signers, including Connecticut's Jahana Hayes and Jim Himes. 

• The Dexter-Ruiz letter (September 8, 2026) was signed by 69 House members, including all five Connecticut Representatives,  Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, Himes, and Hayes,  plus three senators: Merkley, Sanders, and Warren.

Neither Senator Blumenthal nor Senator Murphy has signed onto either effort. Please keep the pressure on: call your Representative, Senators Blumenthal and Murphy, and the White House, urging them to press Secretary Rubio to secure Dr. Abu Safiya's immediate release.

Action Alert: The Senate Is Back — Call Now to Stop the NDAA "Deadly Merger". The Senate is back in session, and a vote on the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), including the so-called "Deadly Merger" provisions, could happen at any time. We need everyone to call today. Urge your Senators to oppose Section 1217 and Section 925 of the Senate NDAA, along with Section 622 of the Intelligence Authorization Act. Section 1217 would mandate foreign consultation on U.S. defense technology, giving unprecedented foreign influence over American procurement and supply chains while bypassing statutory oversight. Section 925 would authorize the Department of Defense to operate the Civil-Military Coordination Center, weaponizing humanitarian aid, forcing the U.S. military into a proxy role, and creating serious safety risks for American personnel. Section 622 would politicize U.S. intelligence-sharing, permanently entangling our intelligence networks with Israel's and compromising the integrity of our national intelligence services. If these bills go to a conference committee, ask your Senators to demand the complete removal of Section 219 from the House NDAA and Section 622 from the final Intelligence Authorization Act , and to vote no on final passage of either bill if these provisions remain. Take action and send letters to your senators: Tell Senators to Oppose Sections 1217, 925, and 622

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Held since June 2nd. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly four months after her abduction from her family's home. In late August, Rep. Rashida Tlaib led a bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signed by 41 Members of Congress, demanding her immediate release and citing her deteriorating health. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama 

Update: H.R. 4795 Passed the House — CT Delegation Split. On September 3rd, the House passed H.R. 4795, the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026, by a vote of 237-169. Connecticut's delegation split on this vote: Rep. Joe Courtney voted yes, while Reps. Larson, DeLauro, Himes, and Hayes all voted no. We are deeply grateful to the four who stood up for academic freedom and voted no, please take a moment to call and thank them. We are equally frustrated and disappointed by Rep. Courtney's yes vote on a bill that threatens the independence of our colleges and universities, and we urge constituents to call his office and make that frustration heard. The bill has now moved to the Senate, where it's been referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. We'll continue tracking this bill as it moves through the Senate and will share updated action steps as they become available.

Ongoing: Call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy — NDAA 2027 and West Bank Violence. The annual defense funding bill (NDAA) contains provisions that would permanently tie U.S. military, intelligence, and AI systems to Israel. It already passed the House. So far, the Senate has voted to block the bill from moving forward until these provisions get a real debate, but that could change with another vote at any time. We're asking constituents to call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy this week and ask them to keep blocking the bill from advancing until these Israel-related provisions are eliminated, standing with Senators Van Hollen and Sanders, who are leading this effort. We're also asking them to co-sponsor S. 2672, the Sanctions in the West Bank Act, a bill that would hold violent settlers accountable and stop U.S. complicity in attacks in the West Bank — attacks that have included the killing of American citizens. 

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Held since June 2nd. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge more than three months after her abduction from her family's home. In late August, Rep. Rashida Tlaib led a bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signed by 41 Members of Congress, demanding her immediate release and citing her deteriorating health. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama 

Urgent: Tell Congress to Vote NO on H.R. 4795. Congress is moving forward with H.R. 4795, the Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026, legislation that would threaten federal education funding for colleges and universities that participate in certain commercial boycotts of Israel. H.R. 4795 sets a dangerous precedent. Congress should not condition federal education funding on whether an institution takes a government-approved position. Doing so threatens academic freedom, free expression, and the independence of higher education. We are calling on our communities to act now: contact your Member of Congress and urge them to vote NO on H.R. 4795. Read more about this bill here: https://www.anewpolicy.org/the-legislative-tracker/hr4795-protect-economic-and-academic-freedom-act-of-2025

Urgent: Call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy This Week — NDAA 2027 and West Bank Violence. The annual defense funding bill (NDAA) contains provisions that would permanently tie U.S. military, intelligence, and AI systems to Israel. It already passed the House. So far, the Senate has voted to block the bill from moving forward until these provisions get a real debate, but that could change with another vote at any time. We're asking constituents to call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy this week and ask them to keep blocking the bill from advancing until these Israel-related provisions are eliminated, standing with Senators Van Hollen and Sanders, who are leading this effort. We're also asking them to co-sponsor S. 2672, the Sanctions in the West Bank Act, a bill that would hold violent settlers accountable and stop U.S. complicity in attacks in the West Bank — attacks that have included the killing of American citizens. 

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Held since June 2nd. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. In late August, Rep. Rashida Tlaib led a bicameral letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, signed by 41 Members of Congress, demanding her immediate release and citing her deteriorating health. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama 

Urgent: Call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy This Week — NDAA 2027 and West Bank Violence.The annual defense funding bill (NDAA) contains provisions that would permanently tie U.S. military, intelligence, and AI systems to Israel. It already passed the House. So far, the Senate has voted to block the bill from moving forward until these provisions get a real debate, but that could change with another vote at any time. We're asking constituents to call Senators Blumenthal and Murphy this week and ask them to keep blocking the bill from advancing until these Israel-related provisions are eliminated, standing with Senators Van Hollen and Sanders, who are leading this effort. We're also asking them to co-sponsor S. 2672, the Sanctions in the West Bank Act, a bill that would hold violent settlers accountable and stop U.S. complicity in attacks in the West Bank — attacks that have included the killing of American citizens. 

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

Update: NDAA Passes House With Section 219 Intact. On July 22, the House passed the FY2027 NDAA (H.R. 8800) by a razor-thin 216–212 vote — the narrowest margin in recent history. The Rules Committee blocked the Massie-Khanna amendment to strike Section 219 (the US-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative) from ever getting a floor vote. In protest, both Massie and Khanna voted against final passage of the entire bill. The NDAA now heads to the Senate, which has its own parallel provision (Section 1217, the FUTURES Act) 

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 81 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

Update: Massie Amendment Fails — House Votes to Keep $3.3B in Israel Military Aid. On July 15, the House voted 104–314 to reject Rep. Thomas Massie's amendment to strip $3.3 billion in Israel security assistance from the NSRP appropriations bill (H.R. 8595). Massie was the lone Republican "yes" vote, joined by 103 Democrats — the largest number of Democrats ever to vote against unconditional military aid to Israel, even in defeat. This action item is now closed, but the vote signals real movement in Congress. Thank you to everyone who called! 

NDAA Vote Approaching: The NDAA FY2027 (National Defense Authorization Act) returns to the floor for a vote next week without the Massie-Khanna amendment to STRIKE Section 219. This means if voted on, Israel will be merged with the US military.  Script-House of Representatives: "Hello, my name is _____ and I'm a voting constituent calling from (Zip code). I'm urging the Congressperson to reject the NDAA because of Section 219 (US-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative). We cannot allow Israel, a state that is accused of genocide and war crimes, and has drawn us into an unprovoked war with Iran and publicly declared its ambitions for future wars with Turkey and Egypt, to be integrated with our military! America must remain Sovereign!"

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 80 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

NDAA Vote Approaching: The NDAA FY2027 (National Defense Authorization Act) returns to the floor for a vote next week without the Massie-Khanna amendment to STRIKE Section 219. This means if voted on, Israel will be merged with the US military.  Script-House of Representatives: "Hello, my name is _____ and I'm a voting constituent calling from (Zip code). I'm urging the Congressperson to reject the NDAA because of Section 219 (US-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative). We cannot allow Israel, a state that is accused of genocide and war crimes, and has drawn us into an unprovoked war with Iran and publicly declared its ambitions for future wars with Turkey and Egypt, to be integrated with our military! America must remain Sovereign!"

Ongoing: Block the Bombs Act (H.R. 3565) — Still Only One CT Co-Sponsor. The bill has now reached 75 co-sponsors nationally, but Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) remains the only member of the Connecticut delegation to sign on. Please continue calling on Reps. Larson, Courtney, DeLauro, and Himes to co-sponsor: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

Ongoing: Demand the Release of Sama Safi — Now Held for Three Months. Sama Safi, the 20-year-old Palestinian American student, remains in Israeli military detention without charge nearly three months after her abduction from her family's home. Please keep the pressure on: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

• NDAA Vote Approaching: The NDAA FY2027 (National Defense Authorization Act) returns to the floor for a vote next week without the Massie-Khanna amendment to STRIKE Section 219. This means if voted on, Israel will be merged with the US military.  Script-House of Representatives: "Hello, my name is _____ and I'm a voting constituent calling from (Zip code). I'm urging the Congressperson to reject the NDAA because of Section 219 (US-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative). We cannot allow Israel, a state that is accused of genocide and war crimes, and has drawn us into an unprovoked war with Iran and publicly declared its ambitions for future wars with Turkey and Egypt, to be integrated with our military! America must remain Sovereign!"

• Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act. Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) has officially co-sponsored H.R. 3565, becoming Connecticut's first representative to sign on. The bill seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill now has 75 co-sponsors, including Rep. Hayes. We urge the rest of the Connecticut delegation to follow her lead and co-sponsor the bill as well. Click the link below or call your representatives directly to urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law. We must keep up the pressure and call on the other representatives to co-sponsor!

• Ongoing Demand to Release Sama Safi, A 20-year-old U.S. citizen, Sama Safi, was abducted by Israeli soldiers on June 2nd, and we need to act now. Please sign and share the petition — we need at least 1,000 signatures to help secure her release: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

You can also call directly using the scripts below:

Senate:
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling regarding American citizen Sama Safi, who has been detained by Israeli authorities. I urge Senator [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. Sama's detention is part of a much larger pattern. Israel currently holds thousands of Palestinians in its prison system, including medical professionals such as Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and political leaders such as Marwan Barghouti, often called the 'Palestinian Mandela.' I am asking Senator [Name] to call for the release of Sama Safi, speak out for the rights and due process of all prisoners in Israeli detention, and demand the release of all held without charge or trial. Thank you."

House :
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling about the detention of American citizen Sama Safi by Israeli authorities. I urge Representative [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. I also ask the Representative to speak out for the thousands of Palestinians currently held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. No one should be subjected to arbitrary detention or denied basic rights and due process. Thank you."

White House :
"Hello, I urge the President to secure Sama Safi's immediate release from Israeli detention. I am also deeply concerned about the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. The United States should defend human rights consistently and speak out against arbitrary detention, regardless of who is responsible. Thank you."

• National Action: Massie Amendment to Cut $3.3 Billion in IDF Funding. The House Rules Committee advanced the amendment by Thomas Massie to strip $3.3 billion in funding for the IDF from the NSRP (H.R. 8595), teeing it up for a floor vote. That vote was expected this past week but was delayed after House Republican leadership sent members home amid internal disputes, the vote is now expected after the July Fourth recess. This is still an all-hands-on-deck situation, please share far and wide. Email or call your Member of Congress and ask them to support the amendment: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/act-now-tell-your-rep-to-end-american-funding-for-israel 

Call script (Representatives):
"Hello, this is (name), calling from (city/zip code). I am calling today to urge Representative [NAME] to support Representative Thomas Massie's amendment to strip $3.3 billion in funding for the IDF from the National Security, State Department, and Related Programs (NSRP) Appropriations Act. I strongly request a YES vote in support of the amendment when the vote goes to the House floor. This funding should not be included, and Congress should redirect resources to lawful, accountable national priorities. The Israeli military does not need our money, and we must not continue to support Israel and their war crimes! I will be watching the vote, and I expect Representative [NAME] to vote YES on this amendment. Thank you for your time."

Representatives:
District 1: John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476

• National Action: Arms Embargo Now — Support H.R. 2059 and S.935.  Contact your Member of Congress and urge them to co-sponsor these bills to help move them out of committee. H.R. 2059 (House) / S.935 (Senate) — Introduced by Rep. Sara Jacobs and Senator Chris Van Hollen — would prohibit the issuance of licenses for the sale and export of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates until the administration certifies that the UAE is not supplying materiel support to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The restrictions would remain in place until that certification is provided.

Call Script:
"Hello, my name is [Name], and I am a constituent calling from [Zip Code]. I am calling to request that [Representative/Senator] [Last Name] co-sponsor and support [H.R. 2059 / S.935], which prohibits the issuance of licenses for the sale and export of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates. The United States must cease arming the UAE while they continue to fund, equip, and coordinate with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia in Sudan. UAE support directly enables the ongoing genocidal atrocities committed by the RSF, which stands in clear violation of both U.S. and international humanitarian law. I strongly urge [him/her] to take a decisive stand on this urgent matter by supporting [H.R. 2059 / S.935]. Thank you for your time and for passing this message along."

Representatives:
District 1: John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476

Senators:
Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) 202-224-2823
Chris Murphy (D-CT) 202-224-4041

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act. Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) has officially co-sponsored H.R. 3565, becoming Connecticut's first representative to sign on. The bill seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill now has 74 co-sponsors, including Rep. Hayes. We urge the rest of the Connecticut delegation to follow her lead and co-sponsor the bill as well. Click the link below or call your representatives directly to urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

District 1: Rep. John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Rep. Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rep. Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: Rep. James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Rep. Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476 — please call to thank her for co-sponsoring HR 3565!

We must keep up the pressure and call on the other representatives to co-sponsor!

• National Action: Demand the Release of Sama Safi. A 20-year-old U.S. citizen, Sama Safi, was abducted by Israeli soldiers on June 2nd, and we need to act now. Please sign and share the petition — we need at least 1,000 signatures to help secure her release: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

You can also call directly using the scripts below:

Senate:
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling regarding American citizen Sama Safi, who has been detained by Israeli authorities. I urge Senator [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. Sama's detention is part of a much larger pattern. Israel currently holds thousands of Palestinians in its prison system, including medical professionals such as Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and political leaders such as Marwan Barghouti, often called the 'Palestinian Mandela.' I am asking Senator [Name] to call for the release of Sama Safi, speak out for the rights and due process of all prisoners in Israeli detention, and demand the release of all held without charge or trial. Thank you."

House :
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling about the detention of American citizen Sama Safi by Israeli authorities. I urge Representative [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. I also ask the Representative to speak out for the thousands of Palestinians currently held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. No one should be subjected to arbitrary detention or denied basic rights and due process. Thank you."

White House :
"Hello, I urge the President to secure Sama Safi's immediate release from Israeli detention. I am also deeply concerned about the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. The United States should defend human rights consistently and speak out against arbitrary detention, regardless of who is responsible. Thank you."

• National Action: Massie Amendment to Cut $3.3 Billion in IDF Funding. The House Rules Committee has advanced the amendment by Thomas Massie to strip $3.3 billion in funding for the IDF from the NSRP (H.R. 8595). This means every Member of the House will have to give this proposal an up-or-down floor vote as soon as this week. This is an all-hands-on-deck situation — please share far and wide. Email your Member of Congress and ask them to support the amendment: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/act-now-tell-your-rep-to-end-american-funding-for-israel

Call script (Representatives):
"Hello, this is (name), calling from (city/zip code). I am calling today to urge Representative [NAME] to support Representative Thomas Massie's amendment to strip $3.3 billion in funding for the IDF from the National Security, State Department, and Related Programs (NSRP) Appropriations Act. I strongly request a YES vote in support of the amendment when the vote goes to the House floor. This funding should not be included, and Congress should redirect resources to lawful, accountable national priorities. The Israeli military does not need our money and we must not continue to support Israel and their war crimes! I will be watching the vote, and I expect Representative [NAME] to vote YES on this amendment. Thank you for your time."

Representatives:
District 1: John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476

• National Action: Arms Embargo Now — Support H.R. 2059 and S.935.  Contact your Member of Congress and urge them to co-sponsor these bills to help move them out of committee. H.R. 2059 (House) / S.935 (Senate) — Introduced by Rep. Sara Jacobs and Senator Chris Van Hollen — would prohibit the issuance of licenses for the sale and export of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates until the administration certifies that the UAE is not supplying materiel support to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The restrictions would remain in place until that certification is provided.

Call Script:
"Hello, my name is [Name], and I am a constituent calling from [Zip Code]. I am calling to request that [Representative/Senator] [Last Name] co-sponsor and support [H.R. 2059 / S.935], which prohibits the issuance of licenses for the sale and export of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates. The United States must cease arming the UAE while they continue to fund, equip, and coordinate with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia in Sudan. UAE support directly enables the ongoing genocidal atrocities committed by the RSF, which stands in clear violation of both U.S. and international humanitarian law. I strongly urge [him/her] to take a decisive stand on this urgent matter by supporting [H.R. 2059 / S.935]. Thank you for your time and for passing this message along."

Representatives:
District 1: John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476

Senators:
Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) 202-224-2823
Chris Murphy (D-CT) 202-224-4041

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act. Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) has officially co-sponsored H.R. 3565, becoming Connecticut's first representative to sign on. The bill seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill now has 74 co-sponsors, including Rep. Hayes. We urge the rest of the Connecticut delegation to follow her lead and co-sponsor the bill as well. Click the link below or call your representatives directly to urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

District 1: Rep. John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Rep. Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rep. Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: Rep. James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Rep. Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476 — please call to thank her for co-sponsoring HR 3565!

We must keep up the pressure and call on the other representatives to co-sponsor!

• National Action: Demand the Release of Sama Safi. A 20-year-old U.S. citizen, Sama Safi, was abducted by Israeli soldiers on June 2nd, and we need to act now. Please sign and share the petition — we need at least 1,000 signatures to help secure her release: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

You can also call directly using the scripts below:

Senate:
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling regarding American citizen Sama Safi, who has been detained by Israeli authorities. I urge Senator [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. Sama's detention is part of a much larger pattern. Israel currently holds thousands of Palestinians in its prison system, including medical professionals such as Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and political leaders such as Marwan Barghouti, often called the 'Palestinian Mandela.' I am asking Senator [Name] to call for the release of Sama Safi, speak out for the rights and due process of all prisoners in Israeli detention, and demand the release of all held without charge or trial. Thank you."

House :
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling about the detention of American citizen Sama Safi by Israeli authorities. I urge Representative [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. I also ask the Representative to speak out for the thousands of Palestinians currently held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. No one should be subjected to arbitrary detention or denied basic rights and due process. Thank you."

White House :
"Hello, I urge the President to secure Sama Safi's immediate release from Israeli detention. I am also deeply concerned about the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. The United States should defend human rights consistently and speak out against arbitrary detention, regardless of who is responsible. Thank you."

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act. Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) has officially co-sponsored H.R. 3565, becoming Connecticut's first representative to sign on. The bill seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill now has 74 co-sponsors, including Rep. Hayes. We urge the rest of the Connecticut delegation to follow her lead and co-sponsor the bill as well. Click the link below or call your representatives directly to urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

District 1: Rep. John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Rep. Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rep. Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: Rep. James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Rep. Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476 — please call to thank her for co-sponsoring HR 3565!

We must keep up the pressure and call on the other representatives to co-sponsor!

• National Action: Demand the Release of Sama Safi. A 20-year-old U.S. citizen, Sama Safi, was abducted by Israeli soldiers on June 2nd, and we need to act now. Please sign and share the petition — we need at least 1,000 signatures to help secure her release: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

You can also call directly using the scripts below:

Senate:
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling regarding American citizen Sama Safi, who has been detained by Israeli authorities. I urge Senator [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. Sama's detention is part of a much larger pattern. Israel currently holds thousands of Palestinians in its prison system, including medical professionals such as Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and political leaders such as Marwan Barghouti, often called the 'Palestinian Mandela.' I am asking Senator [Name] to call for the release of Sama Safi, speak out for the rights and due process of all prisoners in Israeli detention, and demand the release of all held without charge or trial. Thank you."

House :
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling about the detention of American citizen Sama Safi by Israeli authorities. I urge Representative [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. I also ask the Representative to speak out for the thousands of Palestinians currently held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. No one should be subjected to arbitrary detention or denied basic rights and due process. Thank you."

White House :
"Hello, I urge the President to secure Sama Safi's immediate release from Israeli detention. I am also deeply concerned about the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. The United States should defend human rights consistently and speak out against arbitrary detention, regardless of who is responsible. Thank you."

• National Action: Senate Armed Services Committee Meeting on NDAA FY2027 and Section 224. The committee is meeting June 10-11 to mark up the NDAA FY2027, and we need to act now. Section 224 would fuse the U.S. military with the Israeli military, removing political oversight and public accountability while costing taxpayers more than current aid — money better spent on healthcare and education for Americans. Please send this letter to Senator Richard Blumenthal, who sits on the Senate Armed Services Committee, urging him to reject Section 224: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/senate-armed-services-committee-halt-the-integration-of-the-us-and-israeli-defense-sectors 

You can also call directly using the script below:

"Hello, my name is __ and I'm calling because the Senator sits on the Armed Services Committee. I am urging the Senator to reject Section 224 of the NDAA FY2027. This provision would fuse our military with the Israeli military, removing political oversight and public accountability while costing taxpayers more money than current aid."

Senate Armed Services Committee Members:

Jack Reed (D-RI) 202-224-4642
Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) 202-224-2841
Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) 202-224-4451
Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) 202-224-2823
Mazie Hirono (D-HI) 202-224-6361
Tim Kaine (D-VA) 202-224-4024
Angus King Jr (I-ME) 202-224-5344
Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) 202-224-4543
Gary Peters (D-MI) 202-224-6221
Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) 202-224-2854
Jacky Rosen (D-NV) 202-224-6244
Mark Kelly (D-AZ) 202-224-2235
Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) 202-224-4822

• National Action: Demand the Release of Sama Safi. A 20-year-old U.S. citizen, Sama Safi, was abducted by Israeli soldiers on June 2nd, and we need to act now. Please sign and share the petition — we need at least 1,000 signatures to help secure her release: https://action.cair.com/a/free_sama

You can also call directly using the scripts below:

Senate:
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling regarding American citizen Sama Safi, who has been detained by Israeli authorities. I urge Senator [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. Sama's detention is part of a much larger pattern. Israel currently holds thousands of Palestinians in its prison system, including medical professionals such as Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and political leaders such as Marwan Barghouti, often called the 'Palestinian Mandela.' I am asking Senator [Name] to call for the release of Sama Safi, speak out for the rights and due process of all prisoners in Israeli detention, and demand the release of all held without charge or trial. Thank you."

House :
"Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I'm a voting constituent from [ZIP Code]. I'm calling about the detention of American citizen Sama Safi by Israeli authorities. I urge Representative [Name] to publicly demand her immediate release. I also ask the Representative to speak out for the thousands of Palestinians currently held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. No one should be subjected to arbitrary detention or denied basic rights and due process. Thank you."

White House :
"Hello, I urge the President to secure Sama Safi's immediate release from Israeli detention. I am also deeply concerned about the thousands of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons, including Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and Marwan Barghouti. The United States should defend human rights consistently and speak out against arbitrary detention, regardless of who is responsible. Thank you."

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act. Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) has officially co-sponsored H.R. 3565, becoming Connecticut's first representative to sign on. The bill seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill now has 73 co-sponsors, including Rep. Hayes. We urge the rest of the Connecticut delegation to follow her lead and co-sponsor the bill as well. Click the link below or call your representatives directly to urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law 

District 1: Rep. John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Rep. Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rep. Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: Rep. James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Rep. Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476 — please call to thank her for co-sponsoring HR 3565!

We must keep up the pressure and call on the other representatives to co-sponsor!

• National Action: Strike Section 224 from the NDAA (Vote is Thursday, June 4): Section 224 of the FY2027 National Defense Authorization Act would permanently fuse U.S. military AI, cyber, and intelligence data networks with Israel's military-intelligence architecture , a move that threatens American privacy, sovereignty, and national security in ways that cannot be undone. The bill is still in committee, meaning now is the most impactful moment to act — before Thursday's markup vote. Send a letter to Congress now : https://actionnetwork.org/letters/action-tell-congress-to-strike-section-224-from-the-ndaa , and call all these four key House Armed Services Committee members (script/ "Hi, my name is [Name]. I'm calling to urge the Representative to strike Section 224 from the NDAA (H.R. 8800). This provision permanently merges U.S. military AI, cyber, and intelligence networks with a foreign power — threatening American privacy, sovereignty, and national security in ways that cannot be undone. Please support the amendment to strike Section 224 on Thursday. Thank you.") 

• Rep. Mike Rogers (R-AL): (202) 225-3261 (Chairman — co-authored Section 224)

• Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA): (202) 225-8901 (Ranking Member — co-authored Section 224)

• Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA): (202) 225-2631 (introducing the amendment to strike it — encourage him to hold the line)

• Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT): (860) 741-6011 (Committee member who can vote for the amendment)

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act. Rep. Jahana Hayes (CT-5) has officially co-sponsored H.R. 3565, becoming Connecticut's first representative to sign on. The bill seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill now has 73 co-sponsors, including Rep. Hayes. We urge the rest of the Connecticut delegation to follow her lead and co-sponsor the bill as well. Click the link below or call your representatives directly to urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

District 1: Rep. John Larson 202-225-2265
District 2: Rep. Joe Courtney 202-225-2076
District 3: Rep. Rosa DeLauro 202-225-3661
District 4: Rep. James Himes 202-225-5541
District 5: Rep. Jahana Hayes 202-225-4476 — please call to thank her for co-sponsoring HR 3565!

We must keep up the pressure and call on the other representatives to co-sponsor!

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• On May 18, 2026, a horrific mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego left three innocent people dead. It is currently being investigated as a targeted hate crime by the FBI. This bloodshed did not happen in a vacuum. For years, politicians, media figures, and organized hate networks have weaponized "Sharia" into a political slur. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/accountability-for-the-san-diego-mosque-massacre-and-congressional-anti-muslim-hate?source=direct_link&

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• National Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge U.S. Senators to Protect Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, and oppose any provisions in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567) that would reduce benefits, tighten eligibility, or make structural changes that could harm families as the legislation moves through the Senate following House passage on April 30, 2026. We are calling on Senators to ensure that food security is prioritized over war funding and that the final version of the bill strengthens support for vulnerable households who rely on food assistance across the country. Contact your Senators and urge them to take action. 

• Connecticut Action Alert: HB 5328 – Urgent We are one step away from passing HB 5328, a critical bill to combat anti-Muslim and anti-Arab racism in schools in Connecticut. It has passed the Education Committee and now needs a full House vote by May 6. Click on the link bit.ly/hb5328 to email your legislators and urge them to pass HB 5328 —your voice can help ensure every student feels safe, respected, and seen. 

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• National Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge U.S. Senators to Protect Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, and oppose any provisions in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567) that would reduce benefits, tighten eligibility, or make structural changes that could harm families as the legislation moves through the Senate following House passage on April 30, 2026. We are calling on Senators to ensure that food security is prioritized over war funding and that the final version of the bill strengthens support for vulnerable households who rely on food assistance across the country. Contact your Senators and urge them to take action. 

• Connecticut Action Alert: HB 5328  We are one step away from passing HB 5328, a critical bill to combat anti-Muslim and anti-Arab racism in schools in Connecticut. It has passed the Education Committee and now needs a full House vote by May 6. Click on the link bit.ly/hb5328 to email your legislators and urge them to pass HB 5328 —your voice can help ensure every student feels safe, respected, and seen.

• Connecticut Action Alert: Contact Representative Rosa DeLauro  We urge you to call today, Monday, April 27, ahead of the Appropriations Committee vote on the FY2027 funding bill. The bill includes $3.3 billion in military funding for Israel while restricting aid to Palestinians and agencies like UNRWA. Ask Rep. DeLauro to introduce or support amendments that condition military aid and allow humanitarian assistance. Constituents and others are encouraged to call and make their voices heard. 

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• Connecticut Action Alert: Contact Representative Rosa DeLauro  We urge you to call ahead of the Appropriations Committee vote on the FY2027 funding bill on April 28. The bill includes $3.3 billion in military funding for Israel while restricting aid to Palestinians and agencies like UNRWA. Ask Rep. DeLauro to introduce or support amendments that condition military aid and allow humanitarian assistance. Constituents and others are encouraged to call and make their voices heard. 

• Connecticut Action Alert: Contact Senator Richard Blumenthal We urge you to take a minute to share your outrage and disappointment after Senator Blumenthal votes against the Joint Resolutions of Disapproval to block arms sales to Israel. Tell him you expect him to support upcoming JRDs and reflect your concerns. Make your voice heard here: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/share-your-outrage-at-senator-blumenthals-vote 

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

•  Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law

• Connecticut Action: Ongoing Effort to Urge CT Representatives to Co-Sponsor H.R. 3565, the Block the Bombs Act, which seeks to limit the transfer of U.S. defense articles and services to Israel. With ongoing violence and growing public concern, we are calling on Congress to uphold U.S. and international law and ensure accountability. The bill has 69 co-sponsors, but none from Connecticut. Click on the link to contact your representatives and urge them to take action: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/urgent-demand-immediate-co-sponsorship-of-hr-3565-following-escalated-violations-of-international-law