Tucker Is FED Up With Benjamin Netanyahu

US Alliance with Israel Needs Re-evaluation [0:00]

• The United States should detach from Israel, not as an enemy, but as an ally with restrictions and red lines, ensuring Israel does not act against US interests.
• This distancing should begin with a complete cessation of all military or economic aid to Israel.

"But we should treat them like we treat every other country, as an ally, but with restrictions and reservations and red lines. No, you can't act against our interest."

Criticism of US-Israel Alliance and Call to End Aid [0:48]

• Tucker Carlson has strongly criticized the US alliance with Israel, deeming it the biggest obstacle to peace in the Middle East.
• Carlson also called for an end to all aid to Israel, a sentiment echoed by "Operation Hope" launched by The Young Turks.
• The argument is that Israel has been the primary cause of US involvement in wars and conflicts, costing the US its allies and potentially threatening NATO.

"Israel is obviously the one that's been dragging us into all these wars and conflicts and uh and costing us our allies."

Ceasefire Jeopardy and Israeli Actions in Lebanon [2:01]

• A two-week ceasefire was jeopardized because Israel allegedly carpet-bombed Lebanon immediately after its announcement.
• Iran stipulated the ceasefire on opening the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran briefly opened then shut down following reports of Israeli bombing.
• Over 100 bombs were dropped in a 10-minute span, killing 254 civilians, with no reports of Hezbollah militants being targeted.

"So they dropped over a 100 bombs in a 10-minute time span. Okay. Killing 254 people, mostly civilians. all civilians."

Iran's Stance on Negotiations and Trump's Remarks [2:52]

• Following Israeli strikes on Lebanon, Iran's president stated that upcoming negotiations with the US would be meaningless if the ceasefire had no impact on Lebanon.
• Trump told Netanyahu to "chill out" with bombing civilians, but Israelis were not explicitly told to stop.
• Trump's statement to NBC News was, "I spoke with BB and he's going to low-key it." and "I just think we have to be sort of a little more low-key."

"I spoke with BB and he's going to low-key it."

Israel Dictating Terms and Questioning US Control [4:17]

• Benjamin Netanyahu declared, "No, there is no ceasefire. Full steam ahead, full speed ahead."
• The video questions why Israel is calling the shots and why the US cannot control its "proxy, its client state, its effectively its employee."
• Joe Kent, a former US intel official, resigned questioning why the US entered a war at Israel's urging and cannot exit due to Israel's behavior.

"Why can't the United States get its proxy, its client state, its effectively its employee, Israel, under control?"

Israel's Malignant Relationship with the US [5:48]

• Trump's bluntness is seen as a silver lining, making Americans more aware of the "malignant relationship" between the US and Israel.
• Israel is accused of dragging the US into wars, consuming resources, and intentionally targeting American troops in the past, citing the USS Liberty as an example.
• The killing of Americans in the West Bank by Israeli settlers in recent years has gone unaddressed by the US government.

"And I say that because Israel drags us into wars. Israel uh sucks up our resources."

Lobbying Power and Fear of Criticizing Israel [6:21]

• Powerful lobbies, including big pharma and big oil, control US policy through campaign contributions and lobbying efforts.
• Unlike other lobbies, criticism of Israel by politicians or media figures often results in accusations of antisemitism and being "cancelled."
• This fear of reprisal creates a situation where politicians and media are scared to criticize Israel, granting it special, unchecked privileges.

"And when they give to 94% of Congress, they obviously control Congress. They go, 'WHAT? YOU DISGUSTING ANTI-SEMITE CANCEL?'"

Israel's Actions and Lack of Criticism [9:31]

• Israel's actions, including alleged genocide and the obliteration of Gaza and southern Lebanon, face almost no criticism in national media or from politicians.
• Efforts like "not another dollar" are considered heresy, and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) voted against banning Aipac dark money in primaries.
• This highlights a lack of accountability within the Democratic Party, which often engages in virtue signaling on social issues but fails to address core economic or foreign policy issues that impact donors.

"So, that is that is why Israel has special rules. You can criticize all the other lobbies, but if you criticize Israel, uh that's the last lobby you'll ever criticize and you'll be done."

Accountability and Differences Between Democratic Leadership and Voters [11:35]

• There is a significant difference between Democratic leadership and Democratic voters, with voters being dissatisfied with their own leadership.
• Democrats are perceived as being different on social issues only because these issues do not affect donors; however, on issues like big pharma, they largely fail to act.
• Politicians universally sell out to their donor class, which in this case also includes Israel.

"So, and why would you do that? Why would you purposely be on the 16% side rather than the 84% side if you're in the business of politics?"

US-Iran Peace Talks and Israel's Role [13:46]

• The US plans to hold peace negotiations with Iran, but concerns exist about the US negotiators, including Steve Whitoff and Jared Kushner, who have a history of sabotaging peace talks.
• Israel is identified as the real wild card, with past history indicating it does not want the war to end and may act to prevent it.
• The belief is that unless the US government addresses the issue of Israel, there is no avenue for peace.

"The real wild card here, not even much of a wild card because past history will show us exactly how Israel plans to behave, is Israel, right?"

JD Vance's Stance and Trump's Negotiation Style [15:51]

• JD Vance is criticized for arguing that an end to the war in Lebanon was not part of the ceasefire, which is seen as demonstrably untrue.
• Trump's negotiation style, characterized by "keyboard warrior" threats, is seen as ineffective and counterproductive in dealing with Iran.
• The US government's response to Netanyahu's defiance is criticized for being subservient rather than assertive of American interests.

"So, the biggest obstacle to peace is Israel. I don't trust anyone involved on the US side when it comes to these negotiations."

Israel's Reluctance to Ceasefire and US Support Withdrawal [17:53]

• Iran had a 10-point plan for a ceasefire that clearly included not attacking Lebanon, a point referenced by Trump.
• Israel's non-compliance with ceasefires and its continued bombing of Lebanon is highlighted.
• The suggestion is made that if Israel continues its actions, the US should withdraw all weapons and support, and not be involved in further conflict.

"And of course, Israel doesn't comply with any ceasefires. And so they were like, 'Yeah, so what? America's our dog. We don't listen to America.'"

Political Corruption and the Power of Money [21:48]

• The lack of honest US foreign policy is attributed to the massive intimidation by pro-Israel forces in American politics and media.
• Despite 60% of the country having a negative view of Israel, the Democratic Party continues to support Israel and Aipac.
• This adherence to a minority stance is seen as evidence of politicians being "owned" by donor classes, a result of legalized bribery in politics.

"So, at this point, no matter how much Democratic voters and now the top, you know, right-wing influencers in the country today... [Trump] is committing political suicide."

The Importance of Ending Money's Power in Politics [23:20]

• The core issue is the power of money in politics, which leads to politicians supporting Israel over America.
• The "not another dollar.com" initiative aims to prevent voting for anyone who gives money to Israel.
• Cleaning out one's own party and using political power to end the influence of money is presented as the only way to achieve real change.

"Because until you clean out your own parties and you could vote in your own party's primaries to do this, you'll continue to have politicians that support Israel over America."