Could the US midterms further isolate Israel in Washington?
Summary
Democrats won majorities in both chambers of Congress, and some Republicans blamed the Trump administration’s war with Iran and other foreign policies for the party’s losses. The results also highlighted criticism of U.S. support for Israel, though one analyst said a broader Republican shift on Israel remains unlikely for now.Key Facts
- Vice President JD Vance blamed the war with Iran, rising fuel prices and a reported $47 billion cost for Republicans’ losses.
- An Associated Press survey found that about six in 10 voters considered the decision to go to war with Iran wrong.
- Voters surveyed by the Associated Press more often identified the cost of living as a key factor in their midterm vote.
- Michigan Democratic senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed called for ending U.S. military assistance to Israel and won despite a campaign opposing him that received AIPAC support.
- El-Sayed focused his campaign mainly on healthcare and the cost of living, according to the article.
- Chatham House analyst Andrew Payne said criticism of Israel could encourage Democrats to take a tougher position, while a wider Republican realignment remained unlikely.
- AIPAC said that more than 234 candidates supported by its members won seats; the article says the group also congratulated Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries.
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