Biden Administration's Attempt to Oust Netanyahu After Hamas Attack
Ilan Goldenberg, a former aide to President Joe Biden, claimed that the Biden administration tried to oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after a terror attack by Hamas in 2023. Goldenberg suggested using Biden's popularity in Israel and Netanyahu's unpopularity to force political change, even considering non-democratic means. However, Netanyahu's popularity recovered after launching an offensive into Rafah and rescuing hostages.
Key Points
- Goldenberg led Biden administration's efforts to sanction right-wing Israelis
- Biden's endorsement of a call to oust Netanyahu in new elections
- Netanyahu's popularity recovery after launching an offensive into Rafah
Pros
- Efforts to change political leadership in a foreign country
Cons
- Consideration of non-democratic means to achieve political goals