House to vote on pro-Israel measure following Jayapal comments

House Republicans are planning a vote this week on a resolution denouncing anti-semitism and defending Israel, Axios has learned.

Why it matters: It is a direct response to comments from Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) over the weekend calling Israel a "racist" state.

The remarks have spurred condemnation from both Republicans and Democrats.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), told reporters on Monday Democratic leaders "need to do something" about such remarks from their members.

Driving the news: The House will vote Tuesday on a one-page resolution from Rep. August Pfluger (R-Texas) declaring that Israel is not a "racist or apartheid state," House Majority Leader Steve Scalise’s (R-La.) office confirmed to Axios.

The resolution also rejects "all forms of antisemitism and xenophobia" and states that the U.S. "will always be a staunch partner and supporter of Israel."