How Will The U.S. Handle Israel's Democratic Crisis?
Protesters hold signs and flags during a massive protest against the government's judicial overhaul plan on March 11, 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israel. Amir Levy/Getty Images hide caption
Protesters hold signs and flags during a massive protest against the government's judicial overhaul plan on March 11, 2023 in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Amir Levy/Getty ImagesIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing a criminal corruption charges, has moved to weaken the country's court system. His plan is, for now, on hold after widespread protest.
The situation has created a diplomatic headache for President Biden: a key ally's democracy wobbles as the White House holds its annual "Summit for Democracy."
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