{
  "id": 8238988,
  "title": "Jewish radio host says he 'charmed' JD Vance after previous criticism for wavering Israel support",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/jewish-radio-host-says-he-charmed-jd-vance-after-previous-criticism",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-18T12:10:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/article-909053"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jewish radio host Sid Rosenberg expressed surprise and optimism after meeting with Vice President JD Vance, despite previously criticizing Vance's stance on Israel. Rosenberg stated that he had low expectations for the meeting, but left feeling charmed by Vance and optimistic about working together. The meeting came after Vance's remarks about Trump potentially opposing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, which led to controversy. Vance had also previously met with Republican Jewish Coalition members and spoke at a technology conference, where he affirmed his commitment to Israel's security. Despite initial criticism from Rosenberg, the revised meeting left Rosenberg feeling positive about the potential for collaboration between Vance and the Jewish community.",
  "summary": "The highly publicized meeting occurred amid Vance’s attempt to make overtures to the Jewish community following a series of controversial remarks about Israel.",
  "key_points": [
    "Jewish radio host Sid Rosenberg met with Vice President JD Vance.",
    "Rosenberg expressed surprise and optimism after the meeting.",
    "Rosenberg felt charmed by Vance and hopeful for future collaboration."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "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."
}