Vance Declines to Endorse Netanyahu Amid Trump Support
U.S. Representative JD Vance said he will not endorse Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite President Trump's backing.
Key facts
- According to Fox News, JD Vance declined to endorse Netanyahu's reelection bid.
- The Hill reports Vance said he is “not getting involved” and “I’m not anti‑endorsing him. I’m not pro‑endorsing him.”
- The question was asked after President Trump endorsed Netanyahu.
- Vance made statements during an interview on 2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin on Air Force Two.
- Fox News notes Vance intends to stay out of Israel.
According to Fox News, JD Vance declined to endorse Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reelection bid.
The Hill reports that Vance said he was “not getting involved” and added, “I’m not anti‑endorsing him. I’m not pro‑endorsing him.”
The question came after President Trump endorsed Netanyahu, as reported by both outlets.
Fox News notes that Vance intends to stay out of Israel.
Context
President Trump has publicly supported Netanyahu, making the endorsement a point of discussion for U.S. politicians. Vance’s decision reflects a stance of neutrality on the matter.
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