Donald Trump Takes Credit for Netanyahu's Performance in Israeli Elections US President Donald Trump has taken credit for the performance of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tuesday's elections, citing his earlier endorsement. The Likud party had fared better than expected, but Netanyahu's future remains uncertain. Donald Trump took credit for Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's performance in Tuesday's elections, citing his earlier endorsement. Netanyahu's Likud party and its allies had fared better than expected in the elections, securing 53 seats in the parliament. However, the final results are expected to be released today, and Netanyahu still faces a tough fight to remain in power. Several parties, including the Arab-led Joint List, have expressed willingness to join forces and form a government, but Netanyahu's Likud party has accused them of stealing the election. President Isaac Herzog has signaled a desire to avoid new elections, but if a new government cannot be formed, Israel would face a new election early next year.The elections have highlighted deep divisions within Israel, including between Jews and Arabs, as well as the controversy surrounding compulsory military service for the growing ultra-Orthodox population. Netanyahu's corruption allegations and delay in making peace deals also remain concerns.