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Israel has long divided Democrats. Now it’s splitting Republicans, too.

The emerging fractures carry significant implications for the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance and GOP efforts to keep together President Donald Trump’s coalition.

Published May 16, 2026, 2:00 PM

Updated May 23, 2026, 8:54 PM3.7K

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Israel has long divided Democrats. Now it’s splitting Republicans, too.

The emerging fractures carry significant implications for the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance and GOP efforts to keep together President Donald Trump’s coalition.

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