Benjamin Netanyahu lands in New York today to speak at the UN general assembly, marking his first visit to the city since Mayor Zohran Mamdani vowed to arrest him for war crimes. The trip comes as support for Israel among US voters takes an unprecedented plunge, with 60% of Americans now holding an unfavorable view of Israel, up from 42% in 2022.
What the Visit Means for Netanyahu's US Political Standing
Kai Wright and Carter Sherman, hosts of Stateside with Kai and Carter, are joined by two reporters offering different perspectives on the Netanyahu story. Andrew Roth spent time reporting from Israel and the West Bank this summer, while Alice Speri has covered the pushback against Israel in Democratic politics in the US.
Impact on Israel's October Elections
The declining support among US voters raises questions about Netanyahu's hold on US politics and how it will play into Israel's October elections. The visit and its reception will be closely watched as these dynamics unfold.
