Harris skipping Netanyahu address shows daylight with Biden on Israeli leader

Vice President Harris will be notably absent from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to a joint session of Congress on Wednesday, a move some Republicans called “petty.”

But the move could have the potential to show some daylight between her and President Biden when it comes to the Israeli leader.

Harris, now rapidly consolidating support as the likely Democratic nominee after Biden dropped out of the race, has been seen as more sympathetic to the Palestinian cause compared to the commander in chief, who has been followed around the country by protesters demanding an end to the war.

As vice president, Harris would traditionally preside over a joint session involving a foreign leader’s address. But instead, she will be on the road in Indiana — opting not to change her preexisting plans.

The move could further solidify support from young, minority and more progressive voters who polls shows have been more sympathetic to the cause.