Scoop: Dems' foreign policy group prepping for 2028
Summary
Senior Democrats are restarting a foreign policy group called National Security Action to support potential Democratic presidential candidates in 2028 and bring together experts for a future Democratic administration. Maher Bitar, who has worked with Democrats in Congress and the White House, will lead the group as it plans activities like retreats and polling to shape foreign policy ideas.Key Facts
- National Security Action was founded in 2018 and helped shape Democrats' foreign policy in the 2020 election.
- The group played a role in staffing much of President Biden’s national security team, including Jake Sullivan, a co-founder.
- Maher Bitar, national security adviser to Senator Adam Schiff, will lead the group for the 2028 primary season.
- The group aims to prepare foreign policy ideas and a team of experts for a future Democratic administration after the 2028 election.
- There are significant divisions within the Democratic Party on foreign policy issues such as Israel, China, tariffs, and artificial intelligence.
- About 80% of Democrats now view Israel unfavorably, a major shift influenced by recent events in Gaza and Israel.
- Some prominent Democratic senators considering a 2028 presidential run voted against arms sales to Israel last month.
- The group plans to include diverse views within the party and focus on rising leaders in foreign policy.
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