America’s political divide over Israel just hit a stunning new milestone

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleApproximately one-third of U.S. adults, including about half of Democrats, believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza (Reuters)A new AP-NORC poll reveals a significant decline in bipartisan support for Israel among U.S. adults, marking a dramatic shift in a long-standing foreign policy consensus. Approximately one-third of U.S. adults, including about half of Democrats, believe Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Democratic sentiment has shifted considerably, with 58% now feeling the U.S. is "too supportive" of Israel and 62% believing the U.S. is "not supportive enough" of Palestinians. While most Americans justified Israel's initial response to the October 7 attack, a majority now consider its ongoing military operations in Gaza unjustified. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has a low favorability rating among U.S. adults, and despite strong opinions on the conflict, the U.S.-Israel relationship is not a primary concern for many voters. In fullHalf of Democrats now say Israel committed genocide, poll findsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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