Bannon Calls for Netanyahu's Son to Be Deported from Miami

Former Trump adviser demands Yair Netanyahu be sent to fight on Iran war front lines

Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:49pm

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Steve Bannon, a former adviser to former U.S. President Donald Trump, has called for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's son Yair Netanyahu to be expelled from the United States and sent to fight on the front lines as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Iran.

Why it matters

Bannon's comments reflect the ongoing political tensions between the U.S. and Israel, as well as the divisive rhetoric that has become increasingly common in American politics. The call for the deportation of a foreign national based on their family ties raises concerns about civil liberties and the politicization of immigration policy.

The details

Bannon made the remarks during a recent appearance, stating that Netanyahu's son Yair, who is currently residing in Miami, Florida, should be "turf[ed] out tomorrow" and sent to fight on the front lines of the conflict between the U.S. and Iran.

  • Bannon made the comments on March 31, 2026.

The players

Steve Bannon

A former adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump and a prominent right-wing political strategist.

Yair Netanyahu

The son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is currently residing in Miami, Florida.

Benjamin Netanyahu

The current Prime Minister of Israel and the father of Yair Netanyahu.

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What they’re saying

“Netanyahu's kid down in Miami, turf him out tomorrow,”

— Steve Bannon, Former Trump Adviser

The takeaway

Bannon's comments highlight the ongoing political tensions between the U.S. and Israel, as well as the divisive rhetoric that has become increasingly common in American politics. The call for the deportation of a foreign national based on their family ties raises concerns about civil liberties and the politicization of immigration policy.