President Biden is facing scrutiny for deferring military assistance to Israel, leading Republican lawmakers to demand a special counsel probe. Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-N.Y.) accuses Biden of violating the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 and undermining the separation of powers by withholding Congressionally-approved aid. The Biden administration’s decision to pause the transfer of bombs has drawn criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, with some arguing for limiting offensive weapons to pressure Israel to protect Palestinian civilians and others advocating for unwavering support amidst Israel’s conflict with Hamas and Iran-backed groups.