{
  "id": 18643672,
  "title": "US midterm election confirms erosion of support for Israel, with even Trump questioning military aid",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/us-midterm-election-confirms-erosion-of-support-for-israel-with-even",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T05:23:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindustan Times - World News",
    "slug": "hindustan-times-world-news",
    "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/us-midterm-election-confirms-erosion-of-support-for-israel-with-even-trump-questioning-military-aid-101794028655114.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the wake of the U.S. midterm elections, President Donald Trump suggested cutting off annual military aid to Israel, a staunch supporter of Israel, as even some Republicans began voicing criticism. The vice president, JD Vance, blamed the Republican landslide defeat on U.S.-Israel relations. The rupture caused by Israel's military campaign in Gaza and the war with Iran has caused a significant erosion of bipartisan support for Israel that has existed for decades. Democrats remain divided on the issue, while Republicans have increasingly criticized Israel's actions.\n\nIsrael's critics in Israel accuse Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of mismanaging relations with the U.S., while some on the right see Israel as having undermined Trump's \"America First\" pledge. Meanwhile, on the left, Americans increasingly view Israel as an international pariah due to the war in Gaza and settlement expansion.\n\nHistorian and former Israeli ambassador Michael Oren stated, \"My working assumption is that the call to cut off military aid is just the beginning.\" It remains unclear if Trump's remarks represent official policy or were just a last-ditch bid to sway voters on Election Day. The White House declined to comment on the matter.\n\nNetanyahu has previously called Trump the best friend Israel has ever had in the White House, praising his support during Trump's first term, including recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and legitimizing Jewish settlements. However, Trump's second term has seen him join Israel in two wars against Iran, raising concerns among U.S. officials.\n\nAs a result of the election results, which saw Democrats win key races, including in Michigan, Vance urged Republicans to end the war, focus on the cost of living/inflation, prioritize \"America First,\" and change the U.S.-Israel relationship. This shift in tone and policy might have significant implications for the future of the U.S.-Israel relationship.",
  "summary": "Trump’s suggestion to cut billions in annual military aid comes amid rising criticism of Israel across both U.S. parties.",
  "key_points": [
    "President Trump suggests cutting off annual military aid to Israel.",
    "Republicans criticize U.S.-Israel relations amid midterm defeat.",
    "Historian Michael Oren warns call to cut aid is just beginning."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The fracturing of long-standing bipartisan consensus signals a fundamental shift in American foreign policy that threatens the historical stability of military and diplomatic support for Israel.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Jerusalem Post",
        "title": "Pro-Israel conservatives blast JD Vance for blaming Israel after GOP midterm losses",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/pro-israel-conservatives-blast-jd-vance-for-blaming-israel-after-gop",
        "published": "2026-11-07T01:08:19.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}