Ben Rhodes.
American writer, political commentator and White House staffer
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What's happening
One to three months ago
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Ben Rhodes suggests that Democrats are gaining a majority in the U.S. House of Representatives.Some support1 report
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Ben Rhodes argues that the U.S. embargo is the primary obstacle to economic change in Cuba, leveraging his experience as advisor to President Obama.Some support1 report
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Ben Rhodes, former advisor to Barack Obama, criticized US policy regarding Israel.Some support2 reports
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Jared Moskowitz seeks to strengthen US-Israel ties, while Ben Rhodes expresses disagreement with his appointment.Some support1 report
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The event covers an inside view of US-Iran JCPOA negotiations, commentary on Democrat political struggles, and a book about Trump's speeches.Well supported3 reports
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Ben Rhodes discussed differences in the Iran deal, noting that Iran's nuclear program threatens Israel and that Trump's operation set Iran back 15 years.Well supported3 reports
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Ben Rhodes served as speechwriter to Barack Obama.Some support1 report
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Ben Rhodes was involved in covering the Iranian nuclear negotiations in 2018, and his past conduct was criticized by David Samuels.Some support1 report
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Around Ben Rhodes this week
News at the entities that move Ben Rhodes most-
Barack Obama StructuralPete Hegseth appointed Dakota Meyer as senior adviser, and Barack Obama presented Meyer with the Medal of Honor.Moves Ben Rhodes
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White House StructuralFox News correspondent Edward Lawrence covered Donald Trump speaking at the White House, with photos provided by Jim Watson/Getty Images.Moves Ben Rhodes
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National Security Council StructuralThe National Security Council monitored Liberia's political situation on October 16, 2026.Moves Ben Rhodes
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Abdul El-Sayed TransactionalPolitical figures, including Vance, Trump, and El-Sayed, made statements regarding Israel, Iran, and political endorsements.Moves Ben Rhodes
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House Mentioned togetherLuistro welcomed Remulla's interest in evidence as the House awaits a subpoena from the Ombudsman.Moves Ben Rhodes
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Jared Moskowitz OperationalFlorida political races continue, including updates on the gubernatorial and Senate contests, and Jared Moskowitz running in Boca Raton.Moves Ben Rhodes
Connections
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Barack Obama Structural
Ben Rhodes served in high-level advisory and speechwriting roles within Barack Obama's administration.
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White House Structural
Ben Rhodes served as a chief deputy for national security affairs within the White House structure.
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Donald Trump Operational
Ben Rhodes uses his platform to track, discuss, and critique Donald Trump's political policies and public life.
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National Security Council Structural
Ben Rhodes previously held a staff position at the National Security Council.
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Abdul El-Sayed Transactional
A specific fundraising event is planned where A will utilize B's home as the venue.
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David Samuels Transactional
David Samuels criticized Ben Rhodes regarding his past conduct in 2018.
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Jared Moskowitz Operational
Ben Rhodes actively disagreed with Jared Moskowitz's appointment.
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House Mentioned together
Ben Rhodes provides commentary and predictions regarding the political status of the House.
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Cuba Mentioned together
Ben Rhodes argues that the U.S. embargo is the primary obstacle to Cuban economic change.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
2 eventsAugust 2026
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June 2026
4 events- The event covers an inside view of US-Iran JCPOA negotiations, commentary on Democrat political struggles, and a book about Trump's speeches.
- Ben Rhodes discussed differences in the Iran deal, noting that Iran's nuclear program threatens Israel and that Trump's operation set Iran back 15 years.
- Ben Rhodes served as speechwriter to Barack Obama.
- Ben Rhodes was involved in covering the Iranian nuclear negotiations in 2018, and his past conduct was criticized by David Samuels.