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Trump’s UNRWA Funding Ban Strengthens US-Israel Relations

The message is clear: the era of unchecked bias against Israel and wasteful international spending is over as Trump bans UNRWA funding.

President Donald Trump has once again proven why his leadership is vital in these turbulent times. By cutting ties with the UN Human Rights Council and ending funding for UNRWA, Trump is taking a stand not just for American values but also for the truth.

This action couldn’t come at a more critical time. The UN Human Rights Council has long been a paradox, charged with promoting and protecting human rights while simultaneously being manipulated by countries with appalling human rights records. Its disproportionate focus on Israel, the only true democracy in the Middle East, is a stark testament to its misguided priorities and systemic bias. Under the guise of human rights, this body has repeatedly turned a blind eye to the atrocities committed by regimes in North Korea, Iran, and Syria, while obsessively condemning Israel for defending its citizens against terrorism.

Moreover, Trump’s decision to cease funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is another bold step towards accountability. UNRWA, intended to be a temporary agency, has instead become a permanent crutch that sustains an untenable status quo and facilitates anti-Israel propaganda. Reports of UNRWA staff involved in terrorist activities, including October 7th, are disturbing and highlight the necessity of this move. If these allegations are true, it means that U.S. taxpayer dollars have supported activities that directly contradict our nation’s values and security interests.

The timing of Trump’s executive order—just as he was set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu—sends a powerful message. Unlike Biden, who waited over three years to grant Netanyahu a White House meeting, Trump has wasted no time in reaffirming the unbreakable bond between the United States and Israel. This meeting is not just a formality but a clear signal to the world that under Trump’s watch, the United States will stand firmly with Israel.

In a world that is increasingly complex and interconnected, it is vital that America stands by its principles and its allies. The United Nations, for all its potential, has become a biased forum for settling political scores rather than addressing the world’s real humanitarian and security challenges. By withdrawing from the Human Rights Council and curtailing funds to UNRWA, Trump is not just saving taxpayer dollars; he is taking a stand for effectiveness and accountability.

As we move forward, it is imperative that other nations take note of Trump’s actions. The message is clear: the era of unchecked bias against Israel and wasteful international spending is over. It’s time for the United Nations and other entities to reform or face irrelevance. Under Trump’s leadership, America will continue to champion a fair and just world order that genuinely promotes peace and human rights. It’s high time others followed suit.

Robert Chernin

Robert Chernin

Robert B. Chernin has brought his years of political consulting and commentary back to radio. As a longtime entrepreneur, business leader, fundraiser and political confidant, Robert has a unique perspective with insights not heard anyway else. Robert has consulted on federal and statewide campaigns at the gubernatorial, congressional, senatorial, and presidential level. He served in leadership roles in the presidential campaigns of President George W. Bush as well as McCain for President. He led Florida’s Victory 2004’s national Jewish outreach operations as Executive Director. In addition, he served on the President’s Committee of the Republican Jewish Coalition. Robert co-founded and served as president of the Electoral Science Institute, a non-profit organization that utilizes behavioral science to increase voter participation and awareness. Robert can be heard on multiple radio stations and viewed on the “Of the People” podcast where you get your podcasts.