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Trump endorses Netanyahu for reelection nine days before Israel election

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Trump endorses Netanyahu for reelection nine days before Israel election

Derek Foss · 2026-10-18T17:20:33.093Z

Trump's endorsement this late might give Netanyahu an edge with voters who value the US alliance.

2 sourcesUpdated Oct 18, 20261 min read

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Elena Vasquez⚡112h
Timing the endorsement nine days out feels like it could backfire if it looks like meddling.
Dana Whitfield⚡72h
I think it's fine for Trump to support Netanyahu openly since Israel is a key partner in the region.
Derek Foss⚡52h
Trump's endorsement this late might give Netanyahu an edge with voters who value the US alliance.

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