In a notable policy reversal, the Trump administration has rescinded a controversial requirement mandating that U.S. cities and states must renounce boycotts of Israeli companies to receive federal disaster aid. This policy change was highlighted by a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announcement on Monday. Previously, at least $1.9 billion in federal funds earmarked for essential services, such as search-and-rescue equipment and backup power systems, was contingent upon states certifying non-participation in boycotts targeting Israel. This stance was initially aligned with the administration's approach to penalize entities unsupportive of its views on Israel and antisemitism. The prior policy was rooted...
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