Report: Adam Boehler removed from Israeli issue

Report: Adam Boehler removed from Israeli issue

In an interview with CNN, Adam Boehler stated that Israel avoided direct talks with Hamas out of concern that meeting its members would reveal they "don't have horns growing out of their head. They're pretty nice guys." His remarks sparked outrage among pro-Israel Republicans, who pressured the Trump administration to distance him from the issue.

'Dangerous' anti-Israel scholar almost gets top Trump intel role

'Dangerous' anti-Israel scholar almost gets top Trump intel role

The proposed appointment of Daniel Davis generated significant pushback from right-wing figures, with the ADL also warning against his selection due to his ongoing criticism of Israel's Gaza policy. A senior administration official tells NYT intel chief Gabbard reconsidered her choice due to the criticism.