One former White House aide bluntly said, “Joe Biden fucked her,” arguing Harris was “set up to fail.”

However, another former aide disputed that assessment, arguing Harris’s support declined as voters became more familiar with her campaign, similar to what happened during her 2020 presidential run.

A third former aide added that Harris has difficulty presenting herself naturally in off-the-cuff public moments, describing her communication style as evasive and arguing that voters can sense discomfort or hesitation from candidates during interviews and public appearances.

The unit, headed by a former Shin Bet operative, compiled detailed files tracking educators’ social media posts, protest participation, and political statements.

One internal 14-page document focused on school counselor Yaron Avni from the Democratic School in Hod Hasharon during mass protests against the government’s judicial overhaul three years ago, documenting his public criticism and political activity as he, like many Israelis, openly expressed opposition to the government’s policies.

The investigation indicates that the monitoring effort operated secretly within the ministry and was part of a broader system aimed at surveilling and intimidating politically outspoken educators.

The core of the conflict in the region is the Palestinian cause.

Without giving Palestinians their legitimate rights — including the right of self-determination — I can assure you that Israel will not enjoy sustainable peace.

Mighty power will not bring full security and stability.

We have to give back the legitimate rights to the people in Gaza and in the West Bank to have their own independent state with Eastern Jerusalem as its capital. Apart from that, there is no peace and stability in the region.