Valuetainment "You DON'T Make Trump Do ANYTHING" - Netanyahu PRESSED On 'AIPAC Controls America’ Accusations
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Aug 27, 2025 The discussion delves into the contentious claim that Israel controls American politics, particularly through AIPAC. Netanyahu firmly rejects this notion, emphasizing that U.S. presidents make decisions based on national interests. He articulates Israel’s critical role in countering threats from Iran, positioning its actions as beneficial not only for itself but also for the wider West. The conversation highlights the complex dynamics of U.S.-Israel relations and shared security concerns.
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Personal Take On Trump’s Independence
- Netanyahu shares his long personal acquaintance with Donald Trump to argue you can't make Trump do anything.
- He uses that relationship to illustrate U.S. leaders act on perceived American interest, not foreign coercion.
Israel–U.S. Relationship Framed As Shared Interests
- Benjamin Netanyahu rejects the idea that Israel 'controls' U.S. policy and calls the claim "full of hokum."
- He frames Israel–U.S. ties as shared interests and values, not coercion or manipulation.
Fighting Iran Serves Broader Western Security
- Netanyahu argues Israel defends itself and, by fighting Iran, also protects American and Western interests.
- He presents Israel as the primary regional actor actively countering Iran's influence and proxies.