Newly leaked correspondence has revealed that Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison vetted Marco Rubio"s loyalty to Israel in 2015. The correspondence indicates that Ellison arranged meetings for Rubio with Israeli diplomats and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair before Rubio emerged as a prominent figure in the Republican Party.
This development sheds light on the connections between influential figures in the tech industry and political leaders regarding foreign policy matters. The meetings were part of Ellison"s efforts to assess Rubio"s stance on Israel, a key issue for many in the GOP.
As previously reported, support for Israel has been a significant topic in American politics, influencing various political campaigns and relationships. The leaked correspondence underscores the lengths to which some individuals may go to ensure alignment on this issue.
For more on related coverage, see our article on Israel paying US influencers to boost support.