

Trump Admin Unleashes More Policies That Prioritize Israel Over American Citizens; The Smear Campaign Against Gaza Aid Whistleblower with Journalist Mel Witte
18 snips Aug 5, 2025
Melissa Witte, a journalist known as @Villgecrazylady on X, joins the discussion to tackle the Trump administration's controversial policies that prioritize Israeli interests over American citizens. She critiques the punitive measures linking disaster relief funding to support for Israel, revealing how this impacts rights and free speech. Witte also uncovers a smear campaign against a Gaza aid whistleblower, showcasing the dire consequences of misinformation and ethical dilemmas faced by those advocating for transparency in U.S. foreign policy.
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Trump Defunds Vital U.S. Research
- The Trump administration prioritizes Israel's interests above crucial U.S. programs and citizens' rights.
- It defunds vital research at UCLA due to its association with anti-Israel protests, harming American competitiveness.
Disaster Funds Tied to Israel Loyalty
- U.S. states implementing Israel boycott pledges face denial of disaster relief funding.
- The government jeopardizes American citizens' safety to shield Israel from criticism.
Israel Boycotts Uniquely Punished
- Boycotts targeting other countries or American states are allowed; only Israel boycott is punished.
- Anti-boycott laws require loyalty pledges to Israel for contracts and state aid.