Amid ongoing US military backing for Israel's actions in Gaza, a troubling reality emerges: millions of Americans face food shortages while billions are allocated to the Gaza conflict.

Recent data from the US Department of Agriculture reveals that nearly 7 million households went without meals at times in 2022, affecting 44.2 million people, with over 13 million children experiencing food insecurity—a 45 percent increase from the previous year.

This surge in hunger comes amidst heightened US military support for Israel during its genocidal war on Gaza, highlighting a stark contrast between domestic needs and foreign expenditures.

US Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack described the situation as a heartbreaking challenge for millions of Americans, particularly affecting Black families and single mothers.

Experts attribute the rise in food insecurity to the rollback of pandemic-era support measures, with concerns raised about the long-term impact on children's health and well-being.

Meanwhile, census data from October 2023 reveals that 28 million US adults face daily food shortages, marking the highest levels since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite these domestic challenges, the Biden administration continues to provide billions of dollars in military aid to Israel, making it the largest recipient of American aid since 1950.

Fresh calls for an end to US military support for Israel have emerged, with critics condemning the use of taxpayer money to fund Israel's actions in Gaza.

US Senator Bernie Sanders highlighted the devastating impact of US funding on Palestinians and called for an immediate cessation of support for the Israeli regime, citing widespread humanitarian crises in Gaza.

As Americans struggle to put food on the table, questions arise about the prioritization of military spending over domestic needs and the credibility of US foreign policy in the eyes of the international community.