Arab-American support leans towards Trump amid dissatisfaction with Biden's Middle East policies, as both Trump and Harris receive equal approval for handling regional issues.
Recent findings from a YouGov poll have revealed a shift in Arab-American support towards
Donald Trump, with 45% favoring him over Kamala Harris, partly due to dissatisfaction with Biden’s approach to Middle East issues, especially the prolonged conflict in Gaza.
Interestingly, these sentiments are echoed by a younger demographic of Arab Americans who increasingly support a one-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, aligning indirectly with Trump, who has withdrawn his backing for the traditional two-state solution.
As views diversify, Arab Americans appear split on whether Kamala Harris or
Donald Trump could lead more effectively in the Middle East, with both receiving 38% approval, underscoring Trump's perceived edge in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict despite his pro-Israel actions in the past.
Meanwhile, the Palestinian authorities have managed to avert a potential economic crisis by securing an extension on the indemnification waiver needed for bank transactions with Israel, following discussions with US Treasury officials.
In other regional developments, Israel has accused Hezbollah of concealing wealth under a Beirut hospital, though this claim was denied by a Lebanese lawmaker who called for military verification, pointing to the sensitive geopolitical tensions at play.
Moving beyond international issues to domestic politics, Kamala Harris has partnered with Liz Cheney in swing states, while Trump criticizes FEMA's hurricane response in North Carolina, as both vie for critical swing state votes amidst tight competition and significant financial campaigning efforts.