US-Israel ties
Coverage of US-Israel ties in the Nexus archive.
- How Trump’s ‘original oil guy’ boosted US-Israel ties and played down risks of Iran war
Harold Hamm, a fracking billionaire and founder of Continental Resources, co-chairs a non-profit promoting US energy dominance and is close to Donald Trump, who calls him his 'original oil guy.' He faces criticism from climate advocates and Democratic lawmakers for influencing Trump to support fossil fuels and weaken climate regulations.
- Rahm Emanuel on calling for new approach to U.S.-Israel ties
Rahm Emanuel called for a new approach to U.S.-Israel ties, criticizing Netanyahu’s government and advocating for changes in military aid and renewed efforts toward Palestinian statehood. The comments come amid divided American public opinion and the Democratic Party on support for Israel.
- US Democrats urge debate on US-Israel ties before advancing military legislation
US Democrats are urging a debate on proposals to strengthen US-Israel ties before advancing military legislation. A group led by Senator Chris Van Hollen seeks to block new military spending until the Senate addresses these proposals, reflecting growing divisions within the Democratic Party over its stance on Israel.