Oregon’s US senators split on weapons sales to Israel as Gaza death toll passes 60,000By Alex Baumhardt (Oregon Capital Chronicle)Aug. 2, 2025 7:43 p.m.U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, both Oregon Democrats, are typically aligned, but are at odds over proposals to halt weapons sales to Israel.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up