Biden Defies Progressives to Back Israel, Silencing GOP Critics
- Strong embrace of Israel is one of his longest-held views
- Biden’s position may boost Democrats with pro-Israel voters
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President Joe Biden’s strong support for Israel is one of his most deeply held beliefs, dating back to his childhood. It also may pay political dividends as he ramps up his reelection bid.
In emotional, almost-daily comments since the Hamas attack early Saturday killed more than 1,000 Israelis, Biden has highlighted the anti-Semitic motivation of the attacks, vowed full support for the Jewish state and sent weapons and naval ships to back it up.