Overview

• In a Daily Caller interview, President Donald Trump said Israel once had "total control" over Congress but no longer does, calling the shift "amazing."
• He argued Israel is not winning the public relations battle over the war in Gaza and said the conflict is hurting Israel’s standing.
• Trump touted his own pro‑Israel record, asserting that no one has done more for Israel and pointing to recent U.S. actions against Iran.
• He blamed rising progressive influence, citing Rep. Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez, while acknowledging a growing bloc of Republicans—especially younger voters—who question U.S. support.
• A recent Quinnipiac poll found 60% of Americans oppose sending arms to Israel, and news reports note record Democratic moves in Congress to block U.S. arms sales.