US politics
Georgia political candidate apologizes for Passover ad that featured challah
The ad quickly drew ridicule online, particularly after Greg Bluestein, a Jewish Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter, tweeted about it on Saturday, writing, “It’s the thought that counts, I guess.”
US agents arrest niece, grand niece of Iran's Qasem Soleimani after Rubio revoked green cards
Democrats to weigh resolution condemning AIPAC, fueling concerns of antisemitism
Trump says intel chief Tulsi Gabbard 'softer' than him on Iran nuclear issue
These pro-Palestine PACs seek to challenge AIPAC influence in US politics
Multiple anti-Israel lobbying PACs are trying to counterweigh AIPAC and elect pro-Palestinian candidates as Americans’ sympathy toward Israel wanes.
Gavin Newsom says he regrets using the word ‘apartheid’ to describe Israel
While not answering the question of whether he considers himself a Zionist, California Gov. Gavin Newsom emphasized that his objections are to the current Israeli government, not Israel as a state.
Sheriff who responded to Temple Israel attack faces online backlash
Oakland County Mike Bouchard denounced social media users who spread antisemitic memes about him online, stating that they're hiding behind free speech rights "as cover to hide their antisemitism."
Tucker Carlson sold America a fringe Israeli as the voice of Israel - comment
When Americans are shown Israeli outliers as if they are the country’s hidden center, they do not learn more about Israel. They learn less.
US Congress did not lose power - it surrendered it to Trump - opinion
Trump has aggressively taken away power from Congress, much of it surrendered willingly, thanks to weak and inept leadership.
Jewish progressive prevails in closely watched Illinois primary, blasting AIPAC in victory speech
"AIPAC found out the hard way: the 9th District is not for sale," Daniel Biss said during his victory address.
Conspiracist Joe Kent isn’t alone in building the narrative against Israel - opinion
Joe Kent’s resignation letter highlights his belief in antisemitic conspiracy theories about Israel’s influence on the US. He’s not alone in spreading these false narratives.
Pentagon bars photographers from briefings after ‘unflattering’ Hegseth photos - report
Hegseth appeared at the briefing room podium on March 2nd, just days after the joint Israeli-US strikes on Iran began.
What to know about AIPAC’s boosting of a candidate who accused Israel of genocide
The Illinois primaries follow two other elections where AIPAC was heavily involved.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer, will continue work, Trump says
Wiles, 68, has been a constant presence at Trump's side since he returned to office in January 2025. Republicans have credited her with bringing greater discipline to the White House.
