Trump willing to ‘part ways’ with Netanyahu when necessary, has often opposed him, Vance says

Vice President JD Vance stated that Donald Trump has shown a unique willingness among recent US presidents to oppose Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when American and Israeli interests diverge. Speaking at the All-In Summit, Vance emphasized the widening gap between Washington and Jerusalem, citing differences over the Iran war and US foreign policy priorities. The remarks come as Netanyahu's popularity in the US declines amid ongoing Middle East conflicts, with pro-Israel figures criticizing Vance's comments.

Vice President JD Vance stated that Donald Trump has shown an unprecedented willingness among recent US presidents to oppose Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when American and Israeli interests diverge. Speaking at the All-In Summit on technology, Vance said Trump has a track record of parting ways with Netanyahu, more than any president in the last 40 years. The remarks come as the gap between Washington and Jerusalem widens ahead of November midterm elections, with Netanyahu's popularity in the US at a low after three years of Middle East wars. Vance cited differences over the Iran war, including the US decision to end the conflict without a clear plan to block Iran's nuclear path and a civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia without insisting on normalization with Israel. Pro-Israel figures criticized Vance's comments, with Jonathan Schanzer of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies questioning why the VP singled out Israel, and Heather Johnston of the US Israel Education Association accusing Vance of catering to Israel haters. Vance's communications director defended the remarks, posting the full exchange.