Conservative columnist Mark Levin condemned Vice President JD Vance on social media following the vice president’s assertion that certain Israeli officials were unfairly targeting President Donald Trump in relation to a reported regional peace deal. Levin accused critics of depicting Iran as “reasonable and moderate” while disparaging Israel.
“It’s quite revealing that potential presidential contenders are exposing their true positions,” Levin stated in an X post.
“It’s remarkable how Iran is characterized as increasingly reasonable and moderate, whereas Israel is being criticized by the left and the Woke Right,” he added.
Levin’s criticism followed Vice President Vance’s response to questions on Thursday regarding reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed dissatisfaction with aspects of the U.S.-Iran agreement concerning Lebanon.
At a press conference, Vance dismissed reports that Netanyahu was displeased with the deal, stating such accounts did not reflect his discussions with the prime minister. Vance avoided discussing potential threats to the agreement, noting President Trump expects Israel and Arab partners to collaborate in implementing the deal.
Vance sharply criticized members of Netanyahu’s cabinet for public attacks on the agreement and for “personally targeting the President of the United States” in certain instances.
“Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the world currently sympathetic to the nation of Israel,” Vance stated.
“If I were serving in Israel’s government, I would not be criticizing the sole powerful ally I possess,” he added.
Vance further underscored the significant U.S. military support for Israel, noting that much of the nation’s defensive capabilities have been financed by American taxpayers.
“The primary issue facing Israel is not Donald Trump,” Vance declared.
“Those in Israel who believe their greatest challenge stems from the President of the United States must recognize the current reality of the nation’s circumstances,” he stated.
The remarks promptly drew criticism from pro-Israel figures, including Levin, who argued that Vance’s characterization unfairly targeted Israel while downplaying Iran’s threats.
