Staff Reports
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a grand entrance at the White House, marking President Donald Trump’s first official meeting with a foreign leader in his second term. Let that sink in for a moment: the only leader welcomed with open arms is none other than the leader of Israel, firmly solidifying the relationship that Trump has built over the years, while Biden seems to be fumbling around unsure of who to invite to dinner.
This meeting comes hot on the heels of several other international visits, as Trump had already rolled out the red carpet for leaders from France, Ukraine, and a host of other countries before he took office. One can’t help but chuckle at the irony that Trump might very well have been the one to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas even before his official reset button was pressed. Meanwhile, Biden, who is trying to steal the limelight for this achievement, might want to take a lesson in history from Trump, who made significant moves in the Middle East before lunching on his inaugural day.
Speaking of important figures, the absence of a firm grip displayed by the current administration stands in stark contrast to Trump’s decisive leadership. Netanyahu’s visit signifies not just a restoration of common sense in foreign policy, but also an acknowledgment of Trump’s relentless support for Israel—a stark reminder that under the previous administration, Israel’s needs were prioritized over appeasing terrorists. Imagine the fruits of that labor, where negotiations yield results instead of endless apologies and payments to less-than-friendly nations.
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While the left continues to pretend that international diplomacy revolves around coffee and elaborate state dinners featuring kale salad, it looks like Trump is busy working behind the scenes to make concrete changes. Under his leadership, the American-Israeli relationship was not just a talking point but a true partnership, one that even Biden seems to recognize, albeit reluctantly. This meeting with Netanyahu is not just a social call; it’s a reaffirmation of what strong leadership looks like on the world stage.
At the end of the day, the contrast couldn’t be clearer: Trump stands as a bulwark against the chaos that often accompanies Middle Eastern diplomacy. As Biden’s administration tries to put on a brave face, hoping to get some sort of credit for negotiations that were likely set in motion by Trump, it’s important to remember who really has the Midas touch when it comes to foreign policy. The festivities might have started with Biden’s inauguration, but in reality, it’s Trump—and now Netanyahu—who are on center stage making decisive moves.
