US government quietly shucking Zionists from the National Security Council, and Israel officials are growing nervous
By ljdevon // 2025-06-06
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As Israel reels from one of the deadliest intelligence failures in its history, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a nation furious over his government’s negligence—and a shifting geopolitical landscape where unconditional U.S. support is no longer guaranteed. The recent purge of pro-Israel hardliners from Trump’s National Security Council signals a seismic shift in Washington’s Middle East strategy, one that prioritizes America’s interests over Netanyahu’s war-driven agenda. With Israelis blaming Netanyahu for the catastrophic security lapse that left thousands dead and his judicial overhauls eroding democratic norms, his political survival hangs by a thread. Meanwhile, Trump’s administration appears to be distancing itself from the Netanyahu regime, sidelining Zionist influence in favor of a more restrained, America-first approach. Key points:
  • Netanyahu faces widespread blame in Israel for intelligence failures and undermining judicial independence.
  • Trump’s NSC dismissals of pro-Israel officials suggest a re-calibration of U.S. policy away from Netanyahu’s agenda.
  • Israeli officials fear losing influence in Washington as America-first voices gain traction.
  • Netanyahu’s attempts to drag the U.S. into war with Iran have backfired, exposing his waning leverage.
  • The Gaza conflict has further damaged Israel’s global reputation, making Netanyahu a liability for U.S. interests.

The unraveling of Netanyahu’s security myth

For decades, Netanyahu has sold himself as Israel’s indispensable security strongman, promising unparalleled protection against regional threats. Yet the October 7th Hamas attack shattered that illusion, exposing fatal gaps in intelligence and military readiness. Israelis, once willing to overlook Netanyahu’s corruption scandals in exchange for security, now hold him directly responsible for the bloodshed. His judicial power grab—rewriting laws to subordinate courts to his political allies—has only deepened public distrust. The parallels to authoritarian power consolidation are unmistakable. Netanyahu’s overhaul mirrors tactics used by strongmen worldwide: weakening checks on executive power, packing courts with loyalists, and silencing dissent. In the U.S., such a move would be akin to allowing Congress to handpick Supreme Court justices and remove those who defy partisan agendas. Netanyahu’s gambit was always a high-stakes bet—one that has now collapsed under the weight of his security failures.

Trump’s purge and the decline of Zionist influence in Washington

The abrupt firing of NSC officials Eric Trager and Merav Ceren—both staunch Netanyahu allies—reveals a stark reality: Trump is re-calibrating U.S. policy, prioritizing diplomacy over Netanyahu’s push for war with Iran. These dismissals, part of a broader NSC downsizing, reflect Trump’s growing reliance on America-first advisors skeptical of endless Middle East entanglements. Israeli media reports confirm Netanyahu’s panic. Israel's Ynet noted his frustration that envoy Ron Dermer failed to steer U.S. policy in Israel’s favor, while officials privately blamed “toxic” influencers like Tucker Carlson for turning Trump against Netanyahu’s agenda. The irony is palpable: Netanyahu, who spent years cultivating U.S. support, now watches as his influence crumbles—not because of left-wing opposition, but because conservative voices reject his warmongering.

Gaza’s toll and the collapse of Israel’s narrative

The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza has further eroded Israel’s global standing. Images of starving civilians and mass casualties have made Netanyahu’s government radioactive, even among traditional allies. The recent killing of 27 Palestinians waiting for food aid underscores the brutality of this war—one that Netanyahu cannot win militarily or politically. Trump’s team appears to recognize this. By sidelining Netanyahu-linked officials, the administration signals that blind support for Israel’s far-right government is no longer tenable. The “Deal of the Century” Trump once championed now hinges on restraining Netanyahu, not enabling him. If Trump leverages U.S. power to rein in Israel’s excesses, he may secure a legacy-defining agreement. If not, America’s regional leadership will continue to wane—and Netanyahu’s reckoning will arrive sooner rather than later. Sources include: Lifesitenews.com TimesofIsrael.com Haaertz.com
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