Steve Deace Show SO LONG? Netanyahu Says It's Time to Nix American Aid | 5/11/26
May 11, 2026
Bob Vander Plaats, conservative activist and president of The Family Leader, discusses decades-long declines in marriage and how family faith practices contrast with national trends. The conversation also covers Netanyahu suggesting Israel reduce reliance on U.S. military aid and a debate over whether America is truly a creedal nation. Short, topical, and provocative.
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Netanyahu Says Israel Should Wean From US Aid
- Benjamin Netanyahu proposed weaning Israel off $3.8 billion in annual U.S. military aid to reduce dependency.
- Steve Deace highlighted the unexpected lack of celebration from anti‑Zionist voices when Israel suggested decoupling, suggesting their agenda wasn't true decoupling.
Iran Campaign Looks Like A Political Stalemate
- Steve framed the Iran campaign as a political standoff: ~70% of targets hit but final 25–30% require huge political cost.
- He argued the remaining choice is either accept a diminished Iran or expend major capital to uproot the regime.
Trump Could Use China Visit As Leverage On Iran
- Steve suggested Trump could use a China trip as leverage, even striking remaining Iranian targets before or during the visit.
- He framed such a move as Trump's 'Art of the Deal' strategy to force Iran to capitulate on nukes.
