Once again, our closest ally in the Middle East is suffering from reckless leaks spilling out of Washington—leaks that undermine Israel’s national security and embolden the Iranian regime. When President Trump took office, he promised a new era of strength, loyalty, and unwavering support for our allies. And yet, it seems entrenched bureaucrats, holdovers from Biden’s weak and chaotic administration, continue to sabotage American foreign policy through strategic leaks to the friendly liberal media.
The latest betrayal came last month when the New York Times published a detailed report, citing “confidential discussions inside the Trump administration,” outlining Israel’s meticulous planning of military strikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities. The report revealed that the Israelis had planned an operation to neutralize Tehran’s nuclear ambitions—and that they would rely heavily on U.S. logistical support and American military assets in the region to manage any Iranian retaliation.
Now, let’s be clear: Iran is no ordinary adversary. This is a regime that openly calls for the destruction of Israel, funds terrorism from Hezbollah to Hamas, and relentlessly pursues nuclear weapons. Israel, surrounded by hostile neighbors, lives under constant existential threat. When our ally confronts a dangerous enemy intent on annihilation, the United States should stand shoulder-to-shoulder, not stab them in the back with poorly-timed leaks.
President Trump, consistent with his America First principles, has always recognized that standing by Israel is in America’s own national interest. Yet these leaks—undoubtedly from holdover bureaucrats still loyal to the failed Biden-era policies of appeasement—undermine that stance, making us look weak and unreliable to our allies and emboldening our adversaries.
Let’s not forget: this isn’t the first time our national security has been compromised by such leaks. Throughout Biden’s disastrous tenure, the intelligence community was rife with politically motivated disclosures that hurt American interests abroad. Remember the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan? Biden’s White House leaked sensitive plans, undermining our military commanders and placing American servicemen and women in harm’s way. Now, even with President Trump back at the helm, this dangerous habit seems hard to break.
Tulsi Gabbard, serving as the Director of National Intelligence, has a duty to Americans and our allies to root out those responsible for these leaks. She must make it clear: intelligence leaks are not just political gamesmanship—they are acts of sabotage and betrayal. It’s time for accountability, not excuses.
Our alliance with Israel isn’t just symbolic. It’s a bulwark against terrorism and extremism in the region. Israel is the frontline of defense against Iran’s nuclear ambitions and state-sponsored terrorism—threats that, if unchecked, will inevitably reach America’s shores. President Trump understands this, which is why he has consistently vowed to put our alliance back on solid footing, reversing Biden’s policy of appeasement and weakness.
But our allies need to know they can trust us. They need to know that the details of sensitive military operations won’t be splashed across the pages of the New York Times. They must have confidence that when we commit to supporting them, our word is ironclad. These leaks don’t just undermine our strategic position—they undermine America itself.
The Trump administration must act swiftly and decisively. President Trump has already proven his willingness to drain the swamp, and now it’s time to finish the job by rooting out these partisan holdovers who prioritize their political vendettas over American and allied security.
We owe it to Israel, and we owe it to ourselves, to put a stop to this dangerous game. If America is to remain the leader of the free world, our allies must know that betrayal will not be tolerated. Anything less puts all of us—Israelis and Americans alike—in peril.
