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When defense becomes political: Iron Dome's falling US congressional support - editorial

A growing number of leading progressives have come out against continued American funding for the system, some saying it has “emboldened Israel" to attack other countries.

Anti-missile batteries fire interception missiles toward incoming ballistic missiles launched from Lebanon, as seen in northern Israel, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, March 16, 2026.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) takes questions during a press conference following the Democrats weekly policy lunch on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, April 14, 2026.

US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump's Iran war powers

Anti-missile batterie fire interception missiles toward incoming ballistic missiles launched from Lebanon, as seen in northern Israel, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, March 22, 2026.

US funding for Iron Dome air defense system no longer enjoying bipartisan support

Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett attends a Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 17, 2026.

Opposition bloc continues to hold 61 seat majority as Bennett's party gains on Likud - poll


California Governor Gavin Newsom says he is considering 2028 US presidential run

Newsom has made some moves this year to test the waters for a potential presidential run and has gained prominence within his party in confronting US President Donald Trump on a range of issues.

California Governor Gavin Newsom speaks near to his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, as they attend a press conference about new legislation aimed at improving nutrition in schools across California, at Belvedere Middle School in Los Angeles, California, US October 8, 2025

‘I am not done’: Former VP Harris signals return to politics, slams Trump as ‘authoritarian’

The White House responded to Harris’s comments, stating that “the American people don't care about her absurd lies."

(L-R): Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are seen ahead of the presidential debate (illustrative)

Most Americans support US recognition of Palestinian state, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows

The poll found 59% of respondents backed US recognition of a Palestinian state, while 33% were opposed, and the rest were unsure or did not answer the question.

 A person waves a Palestine flag at Lafayette Square during a pro-Palestinian demonstration near the White House in Washington, U.S., December 2, 2023. People gathered in solidarity after a temporary cease-fire ended between Israel and Hamas earlier this week.

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna: Opposing the existence of a Jewish state is antisemitic

“I believe that Zionism is self-determination of the Jewish people, and the right for Israel to exist. And I support that," he said during an interview on J, the Jewish News of Northern California.

Rep. Ro Khanna questions witnesses during a roundtable discussion on Supreme Court Ethics conducted by Democrats of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee at the Rayburn House Office Building on June 11, 2024 in Washington

NYC business leaders drop $3 million over 2 days into mayoral race in bid to stop Mamdani

The last-ditch spending blitz comes as the Democratic nominee continues to dominate the mayoral race, with polls showing him holding a double-digit lead over his competitor.

Independent candidate former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa and Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani participate in a mayoral debate, in New York, US, October 16, 2025.

Knesset erupts over speaker's jab at Supreme Court chief, Netanyahu expects more peace deals

Knesset speaker introduced Supreme Court president as a judge, drawing outrage • Netanyahu: Expect to forge additional peace agreements in the region

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu enters the Knesset plenum, October 20, 2025.

The unholy alliance: Radical ideologies threaten US and Israel - opinion

America is under attack from within by the red-green alliance.

CHARLIE KIRK speaks at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2023 in Phoenix.

Massachusetts congressman returns AIPAC donations, refuses further support

AIPAC emphasized that its member base was made up of American citizens - Republicans, Democrats, and independents - who wanted to advance policies that strengthened US-Israel ties.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton from Massachusetts running for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in the 2022 U.S. midterm elections.

Trump's friendship leaves Israel with little room to act as it needs

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Strong support from one president or one party is a valuable asset. However, Trump will not be in the White House forever.

EVENTS OF the past week explain why Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was desperate for Donald Trump to return to the White House ahead of former vice president Kamala Harris.

The Clooneys and the politics of human rights shaping US foreign policy - opinion

George and Amal Clooney’s human rights advocacy could be influencing US foreign policy on Israel more than is realized.

US President Joe Biden, flanked by US Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaks after negotiators reached a phased deal for a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, during remarks at the White House in Washington, US, January 15, 2025.