US Midterms Trump's Problem, Not Israel's
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Israel's political leaders are consulting on government formation after recent elections, while the media's attention is diverted to US midterm elections. Israelis largely view the US midterms as President Donald Trump's problem, with polls suggesting his Republican party will lose control of Congress. The elections could impact US policy towards Iran and Israel, and represent a "payback time" for American voters dissatisfied with Trump.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israelis largely see US midterm elections as President Donald Trump's issue, not their own.
- Polls predict Republicans will lose control of Congress and the Senate in the US midterms.
- US midterm election results could significantly curtail President Trump's operational freedom.
- A key Israeli concern is whether a US strike on Iran will occur post-election.
- The US midterms are viewed as "payback time" for Americans unhappy with Trump's presidency.
Herzog faces the challenge of deciding whom to task with forming a government first, while acknowledging the low probability of success. Meanwhile, the article notes the media's intense focus on the upcoming US midterm elections, suggesting Israelis are largely indifferent to them, viewing them as President Donald Trump's issue.
The US midterm elections, where representatives for the House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate are chosen, are expected to conclude by Wednesday evening, Israel time. Unlike the Israeli system, the American electoral process is faster. The results could significantly curtail the operational freedom of President Trump, described as the most pro-Israel US president ever. Polls predict the Republican party will likely lose control of Congress and the Senate, potentially impacting Israel directly.
The article suggests the midterms represent a "payback time" for Americans dissatisfied with Trump due to his indecisiveness, impulsiveness, perceived favoritism towards Israel, alleged interference in Netanyahu's elections, economic issues, and his ongoing conflict with the media. Trump's "megalomania," including suggesting renaming a vital strait "Strait of Trump," is also cited.
For Israelis, a key concern is the potential for a US strike on Iran after the elections, or whether the new Congress will end the conflict. The author speculates that if no action is taken, Trump might send a new message through journalist Barak Ravid. Ultimately, the US midterms are framed as a major headache for Trump, with his involvement in unrelated matters seen as a symptom of America's internal struggles.
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