Israel hired Trump’s former digital guru to sway MAGA over Iran deal: report

Brad Parscale, former digital strategist for Donald Trump's 2016 campaign, led a social media campaign for the Israeli government, reportedly aimed at bolstering support for Israel among young American conservatives and MAGA supporters. The campaign, managed by Parscale's company Clock Tower X and contracted through Havas for $1.5 million monthly, produced 100 pieces of content per month for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. While officially combating antisemitism, a Foreign Ministry official stated another goal was preventing young conservatives from drifting from Israel. U.S. officials expressed concern that the effort might have influenced debate on Trump's Iran policy, particularly after a temporary ceasefire deal, noting coordinated posts from MAGA-aligned influencers criticizing the agreement. Parscale denied claims of undermining Trump's policies, stating, "I have never funded, organized or participated in any effort to undermine President Trump—ever." Despite the campaign, both the Trump administration and Israeli officials have expressed dissatisfaction, with an Israeli official stating, "We are pissed at Brad Parscale."