Federalist Radio Hour Peace In The Middle East: What A Trump Presidency Means For Israel And The U.S.
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Dec 17, 2024 Victoria Coates, former National Security Advisor under Trump and Vice President at the Heritage Foundation, sheds light on U.S.-Israel relations and the rise of anti-Semitism. She discusses the cultural and military strategies needed for combating these issues. Coates predicts a shift in foreign policy under a potential Trump presidency, examining the implications of recent events in the Middle East, including the October 7 attacks. Her insights emphasize the importance of a strong U.S.-Israel partnership in maintaining regional stability and countering extremism.
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Contrasting Approaches to Middle East Policy
- The Biden-Harris administration's policies have led to increased instability in the Middle East.
- The Abraham Accords, forged during the Trump administration, have surprisingly endured.
October 7th Attack and Critical Race Theory
- The October 7th attack is part of a larger civilizational war targeting both Israel and the U.S. Critical Race Theory fuels this by portraying both states as illegitimate settler-colonialists.
Trust Issues and Eroding Support
- Divisive DEI-style politics have exacerbated the threat to Israel, creating trust issues with the U.S. Some Americans' support for Hamas demonstrates internal division and eroding support for Israel.