In a report by Politico, it has been alleged that President Joe Biden referred to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a "bad f**king guy" in private discussions, according to sources who claim to have spoken with the president, prompting White House spokesperson Andrew Bates to vehemently rebuff the accusations, stating that the "president neither made such a comment nor would he." Bates emphasized the "decades-long relationship that is respectful in public and in private."
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The report from Politico suggests that President Biden harbors concerns that Netanyahu might entangle the United States in a broader conflict in the Middle East, leading to a continuous flow of American weapons to the region and potentially deploying troops. According to the report, there is fear that such a scenario would alleviate international pressure on Israel to cease hostilities in Gaza, thereby assisting Netanyahu in navigating domestic political challenges. Additionally, the article notes a shift in Biden's public stance towards pro-Palestinian activists, indicating a responsive approach to segments of his voter base critical of his handling of the conflict.
Politico reported that there was growing dissatisfaction among pro-Israel Democratic circles towards Netanyahu, with some expressing contempt. The sentiment among Democratic voters, not limited to leftists, appears to be one of deep anguish over the Gaza issue, leading to a demand for Biden to distance himself from Netanyahu. Meanwhile, amid these dynamics, the Biden administration rejected a proposed $17.6 billion Israel aid package from House Speaker Mike Johnson, deeming it a "cynical political maneuver."
