The Trump administration approves over $8.6 billion in military sales to Israel and West Asian allies without congressional approval, sparking concerns over legislative oversight.
The Trump administration has authorized over $8.6 billion in military sales to Israel and other West Asian allies, bypassing the standard congressional approval process.
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