Originally Posted by Lowslung

That’s all true, but I think there are more and more Americans wondering why we’re beholden to Israeli whims. One thing I give credit to previous admins of all stripes for is reining in the Israelis when they get squirrely. I get the distinct impression that Bibi sees the current admin as easier to manipulate than previous ones and is hell bent on making hay while the sun is shining. I’m glad we consider Israel an ally, but their national interests don’t always align with ours. In fact, sometimes they are diametrically opposed. As an American citizen, I’m somewhat dismayed that our current leadership has allowed the country to be led down the primrose Israeli path.