US Vice President JD Vance says some in Israeli government sought to sway US on Iran deal
Vance said the campaign sought to sway American opinion and derail a ceasefire deal, while reports said Israel spent hundreds of millions of dollars on lobbying.
- On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, Vice President Vance appeared on The Joe Rogan Experience in Austin, criticizing Israeli officials and influencers for opposing the administration's Iran policy.
- The Trump administration is advancing a memorandum of understanding with Iran, prompting fears within the Jewish community that the deal will embolden the Islamic Republic, Hezbollah, and Hamas.
- Vance alleged a "discreet, extremely well-funded campaign" exists to derail negotiations, claiming individuals are paid by elements within the Israeli government to manipulate American public opinion.
- Dismissing claims he takes orders from Tucker Carlson or Qatar, Vance declared "Go to hell" to critics while insisting he accomplishes objectives set by President Trump.
- While Vance reiterated President Trump remains Israel's key supporter, his remarks highlight an "America First" posture; he downplayed $300b in reported Iran funding as merely lifting sanctions.
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JD Vance says some in Israeli govt sought to sway US on Iran deal
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US Vice President JD Vance alleged that some figures in the Israeli government were trying to influence American public opinion to continue the war with Iran. Vance stated that the US might not have entered the final war with Iran without Israeli influence, clearly highlighting the differences of opinion between the two countries.
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