Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in Michigan during a visit by President Joe Biden in May.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in Michigan during a visit by President Joe Biden in May.
  • Israel's war in Gaza — and US support for it — has become a major issue in the 2024 election.
  • Some voters are threatening to stay home or cast protest votes over Biden's handling of the issue.
  • But Trump would likely be even more supportive of Israel if he gets a second term.

Israel's ongoing war in Gaza — and President Joe Biden's continued support for it — has become a major issue in the 2024 election.

After Hamas killed more than 1,200 people in its October 7 attack, Israel launched a counteroffensive aimed at eliminating the group.