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Poll Reveals U.S. Influence on Israeli Security Decisions

12/2/2025

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A poll by the Israel Democracy Institute finds nearly half of Israelis say the United States shapes their security decisions more than their government.
American criticism of U.S. Israel policy grows.
Figures in the pro-Trump MAGA base, including Tucker Carlson, have voiced antisemitic views.
U.S. President Donald Trump has sold F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia and supported Turkey.
Experts say U.S. support for Israel will persist, though Israel may adjust.

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Story summary

A poll by the Israel Democracy Institute finds nearly half of Israelis say the United States shapes their security decisions more than their government.
American criticism of U.S. Israel policy grows.
Figures in the pro-Trump MAGA base, including Tucker Carlson, have voiced antisemitic views.
U.S. President Donald Trump has sold F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia and supported Turkey.
Experts say U.S. support for Israel will persist, though Israel may adjust.