US politics

Trump alleges US midterm election was dishonest, despite previous acceptance of Democrat victory

"Does anybody really believe that this 'Election' was honest," Trump wrote in his post, questioning how pre-election polls could have been so wrong.

US President Donald Trump takes off his hat for a moment, as he leaves after he delivered remarks ahead of the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, after being reopened following months of repairs, in Washington, DC, US, November 2, 2026.
Laura Loomer arrives ahead of Donald Trump's debate with Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, September 10, 2024

Laura Loomer made political posts for pay without disclosing, ex-Trump aide claims - report

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media after meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in New York, US, September 23, 2026.

Rubio warns top staff against conflicts of interest as Republicans look to 2028

Los Angeles Mayor-elect Nithya Raman delivers remarks after defeating incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in Los Angeles Friday, 6th November 2026

Democratic socialist Raman elected Los Angeles mayor in upset over Bass


'It won't work with me': Hegseth dismisses renewed impeachment threat

Hegseth rejected renewed impeachment efforts on Thursday as Republican Rep. Thomas Massie prepared to reintroduce articles against him following the midterm elections.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shakes hands with US President Donald Trump onstage during an event at Sparrows Point Shipyard, in Baltimore County, Maryland, US, October 6, 2026.

How Sen. Mitch McConnell derailed American democracy – opinion

By creating a super PAC for the rich and powerful, the senator knew the price he needed to pay to advance a self-serving, greedy, corrupt, and ultimately inept US administration.

Republican Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell.

'Traffics in fear': Jewish congressman-elect Daniel Biss blasts ADL after election night criticism

Jewish congressman-elect Daniel Biss accused the ADL of trafficking in fear and intimidation after the group questioned his record on antisemitism following his election victory.

Illinois Democratic gubernatorial candidate Daniel Biss speaks to fans gathered for a Pussy Riot show at Subterranean on March 6, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois.

'Trump is right': Michigan senator-elect El-Sayed agrees with president's plan to end Israel aid

Newly elected Michigan senator Abdul El-Sayed found common ground with Trump on ending Israel's military aid, but pushed for a complete ban on weapons sales.

Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks during a midterm election night watch party at the Department at Hudson's on November 04, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan.

How Israel lost four elections in less than two weeks - analysis

From Serbia and Brazil to Israel and the US, four elections in 10 days have weakened Israel's diplomatic position, threatened key alliances, and raised questions about its political future.

A man runs with an Israeli flag at the beach in Tel Aviv, Israel, on April 22, 2026, during a temporary ceasefire in the conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The ceasefire remained in place after Washington extended it on April 21; illustrative

US could view Israel as an enemy under Democrats, Victor Davis Hanson warns

The conservative historian accused Democrats of antisemitism and urged Trump to bring the Iran campaign to a decisive end ahead of the 2028 election.

Iranian Americans and supporters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran take part in a march passing in front of the U.S Department of Labor building with a banner with the image of U.S. President Donald Trump, in Washington, DC, US, May 16, 2026.

US Jews vote decidedly Democratic, but Michigan's race emphasizes divisions on candidates

The findings indicate that, despite growing divisions within the Democratic Party over Israel and concerns about antisemitism, Jewish voters continued to favor Democratic candidates nationally.

People vote at a polling station at the Buck Creek School, during the US midterm elections on Election Day, in Jefferson County, Kansas, US, November 3, 2026.

How does the US Democrats' 'blue wave' shockwave effect global diplomacy, markets? - analysis

For Israel, a Democrat-controlled House and Senate may intensify congressional scrutiny of Israel's military operations in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon, while threatening long-standing US support.

A protest sign is seen near the White House the day after election day on November 04, 2026 in Washington, DC. Following the 2026 midterm elections the Democrats took control of Congress, winning a majority in the House and Senate, flipping several long term Republican held seats.

Democrats flip Congress in US midterms as Trump claims Netanyahu agreed to end US aid

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks ahead of the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, after being reopened following months of repairs, on the National Mall in Washington, DC, US, November 2, 2026.

US Democratic tsunami: Three major challenges facing Israel after Republican defeat - analysis

Trump's Iran strategy, Democratic control of Congress, and the 2028 presidential race could reshape Israel's relationship with Washington for years to come.

The US Capitol building, during the US midterm elections, in Washington, DC, US, November 3, 2026.