Biden’s Biggest Backers Apparently Lash Out After Israel Aid Restricted

President Joe Biden is reportedly facing backlash from some prominent supporters over his decision to withhold aid to Israel if they move forward with an invasion of Rafah, where about one million civilians have sought refuge.

The president drew his red line on the Israel-Hamas war on Wednesday during an interview with CNN, saying that he would restrict aid to Rafah if the country decides to invade. Democratic donor and Israeli American Haim Saban sent an email to White House officials following the comments asking the staff to let the president know his opposition to his remarks, according to an email obtained by Axios.

“Bad, Bad, Bad, decision, on all levels, Pls reconsider,” Saban wrote in the email, according to Axios.

“Let’s not forget that there are more Jewish voters, who care about Israel, than Muslim voters that care about Hamas,” he added.

Saban previously hosted a fundraiser for the president in February at his own home, Axios reported. Following the event, Saban said he had a private conversation with the president over his support for Israel in their ongoing war. (Read more from “Biden’s Biggest Backers Apparently Lash Out After Israel Aid Restricted” HERE)

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