Donald Trump joked he could become Israel's Prime Minister during a Fox News interview, also announcing a significant cut in US military aid to Israel.
Trump Jokes About Moving to Israel and Becoming Prime Minister If Americans Get Tired of Him
President Donald Trump has suggested an unusual alternative political future, joking that he could move to Israel and become the country’s prime minister if Americans eventually grow tired of his leadership. The surprising comment came during a telephone interview with Fox News’ Fox & Friends on Tuesday, November 3, as voters headed to the polls for the 2026 midterm elections.
During the conversation, Trump discussed his relationship with Israel and claimed that his popularity among Israelis was exceptionally high. He even suggested that his approval rating in the country had reached an extraordinary 99 percent.