JD Vance Calls Israeli Annexation Vote ‘Stupid Political Maneuver’ That Won’t Materialize

Israel’s recent preliminary vote in the Knesset to annex parts of the West Bank—known as Judea and Samaria—has provoked sharp criticism from none other than US Vice President JD Vance. Calling the move a “stupid political maneuver,” Vance made it clear that despite the symbolic vote, actual annexation will not happen under current US policy.Is This Another Political Stunt at America’s Expense?Speaking at Ben Gurion Airport before departing Israel after overseeing ceasefire efforts in Gaza, Vance expressed personal offense at the Knesset’s action. “If they want to make symbolic votes, they can do that,” he said, “but we definitely are...