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Más de 100 demócratas de la Cámara votaron para bloquear miles de millones de dólares en ayuda militar a Israel

Más de 100 demócratas de la Cámara de Representantes votaron a favor de bloquear miles de millones de dólares en ayuda militar a Israel; un esfuerzo que, aunque finalmente no prosperó, puso de manifiesto la creciente división dentro de su partido respecto a esta cuestión.

El miércoles, 103 demócratas apoyaron una enmienda para bloquear la ayuda, propuesta por el representante republicano Thomas Massie —un crítico constante del presidente Donald Trump que se ha mostrado escéptico ante el apoyo de EE.UU. a Israel—. Un republicano también se sumó a la iniciativa. Sin embargo, la medida fue rechazada por 314 votos contra 104. Noventa y ocho demócratas votaron en contra y 10 se abstuvieron (registrando su presencia pero sin pronunciarse sobre el asunto).

Incluso los tres principales líderes demócratas de la Cámara se dividieron en torno a esta cuestión. El líder de la minoría demócrata, Hakeem Jeffries, y el presidente del Caucus Demócrata, Pete Aguilar, votaron en contra, mientras que la látigo de la minoría, Katherine Clark, votó a favor.

Los demócratas progresistas celebraron el cambio radical dentro de su partido, donde, por primera vez, la mayoría de los demócratas de la Cámara votó a favor de bloquear miles de millones en ayuda militar a Israel. Hace dos años, solo 37 demócratas votaron para bloquear la ayuda a Israel cuando se planteó una votación similar.

“Piénsenlo un momento. A partir de hoy, la mayoría de los demócratas en este edificio se negaron a votar a favor de enviar miles de millones de dólares en armas al ejército israelí”, declaró tras la votación el representante demócrata Greg Casar, líder del Caucus Progresista del Congreso. “Esto envía un mensaje contundente a Netanyahu: se han acabado los días de otorgar un cheque en blanco sin rendición de cuentas para sus guerras y crímenes de guerra, al menos por parte del Partido Demócrata”.

Y añadió: “Creo que, tras esta votación, nada volverá a ser igual respecto a este tema”.

La representante demócrata Ilhan Omar comentó que, mientras se desarrollaba la votación, reflexionó junto a su colega progresista Rashida Tlaib —la única miembro palestina del Congreso— sobre el significado de aquel momento.

“Cuando llegamos aquí, un día como hoy, el tipo de votación que se ha realizado hoy, no parecía posible”, afirmó Omar.

Sabiendo que su grupo parlamentario estaría dividido sobre el asunto, la dirección demócrata de la Cámara decidió deliberadamente no ejercer presión partidista antes de la votación; en su lugar, Jeffries animó a los miembros a votar según su conciencia. Durante semanas, los legisladores demócratas se habían reunido en privado para mantener “conversaciones familiares” —como las describieron varios miembros— sobre cómo abordar la votación. Incluso los demócratas que votaron a favor de la enmienda de Massie, como Clark, argumentaron que esta tenía graves defectos, ya que también bloqueaba la financiación humanitaria destinada a los refugiados palestinos y a los civiles de Gaza. Algunos sostuvieron que la medida estaba diseñada para sembrar la discordia entre los demócratas.

“Esto no es un intento de mantener un debate serio y necesario sobre la ayuda militar ofensiva a Israel. Se trata de otra maniobra publicitaria de los republicanos del Congreso, que prefieren ganar rédito político fácil antes que ejercer un liderazgo real”, declaró Clark al anunciar el sentido de su voto. “No obstante, está claro que la situación actual es insostenible. No debemos extender un cheque en blanco de ayuda militar a ningún país que no respete las leyes, los intereses y los valores de Estados Unidos”.

Algunos demócratas intentaron restar importancia a la votación divisiva y devolver la responsabilidad del asunto a los republicanos.

“Nos hemos dejado enredar en complicaciones por algo que, en cualquier caso, nunca iba a prosperar. Pero hay que reconocerle a Hakeem que dijo que votáramos según nuestra conciencia”, declaró a CNN el representante demócrata Mark Pocan, quien votó en contra de la medida.

Sin embargo, esta votación también indica que el terreno está cambiando para los demócratas de la Cámara de Representantes, mientras el partido debate su postura sobre la política exterior de Estados Unidos hacia Israel. Muchos sectores del ala progresista exigen un cambio radical de rumbo.

“Existe un enorme deseo contenido entre la mayoría de los demócratas de señalar un cambio en la política hacia Israel y la región”, afirmó el representante demócrata Jared Huffman, quien votó “presente”, lo que significa que no adoptó una postura oficial sobre el asunto. “Para muchos de mis colegas, esta enmienda de Massie es un vehículo adecuado para expresar esa postura”.

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An outbreak of diarrhea from a parasite is surging. Here’s what to eat and what to avoid

(CNN) — Cases of diarrhea caused by the parasite cyclospora continue to climb, and with the threat of weekslong illness and no certainty about the source, it’s easy to wonder: Is there anything in the produce aisle that’s safe to eat?The outbreak has risen to more than 4,000 cases in Michigan and Ohio, and linked to cases in West Virginia and Kentucky. Michigan health officials said their investigation suggests that lettuce or salad greens may be the culprit, but other foods can’t be ruled out — and no specific type, grower or supplier has been identified as the source.Nationally, more than 7,000 cases have been confirmed or are under investigation, in 34 states since May 1, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday. It’s not clear which states are seeing cases connected to the large outbreak in the Midwest.While Michigan health officials urge shoppers to be especially careful when purchasing and eating lettuce and greens this summer, federal health officials are emphasizing staying up to date on health alerts and using standard safety practices when washing food.“Cyclospora is a very interesting organism. It’s a parasite, so it’s historically been linked to outbreaks in the past, usually foodborne outbreaks,” said Dr. Nuwan Gunawardhana, a hospital epidemiologist and physician who specializes in infectious diseases at Columbia University Irving Medical Center.“It’s not really considered contagious from person to person,” he said. “When we’re talking about foodborne outbreaks with cyclospora, it’s a very hardy organism, and so it has the ability to adhere to the surfaces very, very well with our fresh produce and fruit.”Who’s most at riskCyclosporiasis is the intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite cyclospora, and symptoms typically develop about two days to two weeks after exposure, including prolonged watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite and weight loss. Although the infection can be treated with a combination antibiotic, the illness can last weeks if left untreated and may lead to dehydration.About 1 in every 11 cases has been hospitalized, according to data reported to CDC. No deaths have been reported.“Those most at risk are young children, elderly individuals and immunosuppressed people,” said Dr. Dan Barouch, director of the Center for Virology and Vaccine Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.“In most other healthy people, disease is often mild,” he said. “While it makes sense to take precautions, particularly for people at higher risk, there’s no reason for panic at this stage.”But for people wondering what foods are safe to eat, there are some simple steps to take, both at the grocery store and at home.Foods to avoidWhen shopping for lettuce or other greens, experts recommend avoiding precut or packaged items and selecting whole, uncut produce instead, because it typically undergoes less handling.Bagged salad mixes and kits have been specifically linked to previous cyclospora outbreaks in the United States and Canada, according to Michigan health officials.On Tuesday, fast food chain Taco Bell also said it’s removing some ingredients from its menu at some locations as a precaution.“It’s probably a good idea to avoid bagged lettuce products and bagged salad products for now. And if those are desired, then to rewash them at home, even if they come prewashed, because the actual source of the outbreak is not yet known,” Barouch said.Raspberries, basil, salad mixes — like vegetable trays and coleslaw — cilantro, berry and fruit mixes, lettuce and snap peas have all been linked to outbreaks in the past.It’s also recommended to avoid fruits and vegetables that may be bruised, damaged or moldy.While the outbreak is ongoing, people with weakened immune systems “may want to avoid eating fresh produce altogether until a culprit is determined, given that this particular population is at a higher risk for severe disease,” Gunawardhana said.Foods to buyBut whole fruits and vegetables, including leafy greens, should not be avoided completely because they are still an important part of a healthy diet, said Don Stoeckel, an environmental microbiologist, associate at the Produce Safety Alliance and long-term collaborator with the Cornell National Good Agricultural Practices Program.“My personal risk threshold allows me to continue eating what I normally eat, with a little more caution about preparation, because I know that — whatever the source of the pathogen is — the vast majority of fresh fruits and vegetables on the market are safe to consume,” Stoeckel said in an email.Michigan health officials suggest purchasing whole head lettuce. It’s also recommended to discard the outer two to three layers of the leaves and thoroughly wash the remaining inner leaves before using.“If you are eating produce that you’re able to peel, that’s also a very optimal way to prevent ingesting these organisms, because when you’re peeling the fruits or vegetables, you’re getting rid of the contaminated surfaces as well,” Gunawardhana said.The wrong way to washProper washing also is an important step to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses – but it’s not recommended to wash produce with soap, bleach or commercial household cleaners, as they are not intended for food and may leave harmful residues.“Stay away from soaps and detergents or other additives that are not meant to be eaten. Dilute sanitizers are not effective against protozoan pathogens like Cyclospora and could cause more harm than good,” Stoeckel said.Gunawardhana also said chlorine is not recommended for washing.“People think that maybe chlorinated tablets might help, but actually, cyclospora is highly resistant to chlorine, and so that’s just another thing to be aware of,” he said.The CDC says to “Be aware that chemically disinfecting or sanitizing produce might not fully eliminate Cyclospora. It is important to thoroughly wash produce even if it is labeled as pre-washed.”The right way to washGunawardhana said there are three steps people can take to thoroughly wash their produce before using it:Wash your hands with soap and water.Place your produce under clean running water.Add friction by physically rubbing or scrubbing firm produce such as cucumbers, melons and potatoes with your hands or a brush.“This won’t 100% prevent it, but it might help,” Gunawardhana said.While washing helps reduce contamination, experts caution that it cannot guarantee complete removal of cyclospora, particularly from leafy greens, herbs and delicate berries.But washing “enhances protection when combined with cooking or peeling,” Michigan health officials said in a news release Monday.In a briefing on Tuesday, Dr. Gwen Biggerstaff, CDC’s deputy director of CDC’s Division of Foodborne, Waterborne, and Environmental Diseases, said the advice she’d share with the public is what she’d tell her family and friends.“That’s my best advice: is to follow our standing food safety practices and guidelines, and to stay aware of the food safety alerts and investigation updates, so that they know what foods are safe and they know how to keep their families safe and protected,” Biggerstaff said.Prioritize cookingIt can be helpful to prioritize cooking foods to reduce your risk as the outbreak continues. Cooking food to an internal temperature of 158 degrees Fahrenheit or higher kills cyclospora, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.Heat can destroy the parasite, making cooked vegetables a lower-risk option than raw produce.“The best way to actually prevent getting sick from this particular organism is really thoroughly cooking it,” Gunawardhana said. “Getting the food to being cooked to at least 70 degrees Celsius or 158 degrees Fahrenheit is the best way to kill off this organism.”Food safety experts also emphasize preventing cross-contamination in the kitchen. Keep unwashed produce separate from ready-to-eat foods and raw meat, poultry or seafood.“Universal advice, not just during outbreaks, is to always practice good hygiene in food preparation areas,” Stoeckel wrote.“Keeping work surfaces clean, including hand washing, to prevent cross-contamination from one food item to another. When appropriate to the food, cooking (to about 160 F) kills pathogens before consumption,” he said. “Washing, and for some produce peeling, will reduce risk, but neither process will remove everything from the surface of fresh produce. Even small amounts of pathogen, if consumed, can cause illness.”The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2026 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.
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