Jewish President: How Israel influenced the Blue Wave

Before the 2026 midterm elections, President Donald Trump urged Americans to vote as though he were on the ballot—and that is precisely what they did. The election became a referendum on the first two years of his second term. With historically low approval ratings heading into the midterms, Trump became a liability for Republican candidates across the country. The economy, particularly the rising cost of living and concerns about affordability, was a major source of voter dissatisfaction. However, allegations of corruption, controversial immigration enforcement policies, the war with Iran, and several other issues also contributed to his unpopularity. Another significant source of criticism was the growing perception among some voters that Trump had abandoned his “America First” agenda in favor of an “Israel First” foreign policy. What fueled this perception, and how did it contribute to the political backlash against the president? Join the conversation and get answers to this question and more on According2Sam episode #454.