Rich Lowry

The recurring conspiracy theory that American foreign policy decisions and military interventions in the Middle East are dictated by Israeli interests rather than core U.S. national security priorities fundamentally misinterprets American strategy. Rich breaks down why claims alleging the United States entered middle eastern conflicts at the behest of foreign influence ignore decades of independent U.S. strategic objectives, regional deterrence, and national defense imperatives. From unpacking how isolationist commentators traffic in old geopolitical tropes to demonstrating why American power projects strength based on American interests and regional stability, Rich dismantles the flawed premise behind this narrative. Watch Rich’s full breakdown, leave your reaction below, and subscribe to National Review!