The Republican Jewish Coalition warmly welcomes Ohio Senator J.D. Vance to the ticket with former President Donald Trump. RJC National Chairman Senator Norm Coleman and CEO Matt Brooks expressed their excitement in a statement following Trump’s announcement. The RJC had previously endorsed Vance in his Senate campaign in 2022, citing his inspiring life story as a Marine Corps veteran and successful businessman.
In his support for Israel, Vance has been vocal in his commitment, vowing to strengthen the US-Israel relationship. He has criticized President Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict and expressed admiration for Trump’s foreign policy approach in the Middle East.
During interviews, Vance echoed Trump’s sentiments regarding Jewish voters and expressed his views on the conflict with Hamas in Israel. He emphasized the importance of empowering Israel to defeat Hamas and align with Sunni nations to counteract Iran.
Vance highlighted the significance of American support for Israel, emphasizing the shared values between the countries. He believes in a strategic partnership between the US and Israel, rooted in mutual interests and self-sufficiency.