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United States political news and analysis with a focus on the connection between American policy and the Jewish people and the State of Israel.

Trump's new A-G nominee calls Palestine supporters 'ignorant children'

Pam Bondi, Trump's new nominee for Attorney-General following Matt Gaetz's resignation, is a well-known pro-Israel figure who has previously called Israel "America's most important ally."

By MAARIV
22/11/2024

Progressive senators push to block offensive US arms sales to Israel

Bernie Sanders and other progressive senators call to block US offensive weapon sales to Israel, citing the Gaza humanitarian crisis.

AOC: AIPAC pushes voters away from Democrats, overly influences Congress members

The congresswoman implies that the Jewish lobbying group is responsible for the losses the Democrats had this election season.

JFNA executive's Gaza comments spark controversy amid rising tensions over US politics

JFNA executive's Gaza remarks cause concern about nonpartisanship and spark debate within the Jewish community.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
19/11/2024

Who is Marc Rowan, the Jewish investor reportedly in the running for Trump’s Treasury secretary?

Over the past year, the billionaire investor has become one of the most prominent voices in a donor revolt born of dissatisfaction with how elite universities have responded to campus antisemitism.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
18/11/2024

The who's who of Jews in Trump’s inner circle

Four years later, as Trump prepares to reenter the White House, some of that cast of characters is back while others have dropped off the stage.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
18/11/2024

Trump’s second term and the questions we need to ask: JPost Summit Miami 2024

The Jerusalem Post Summit Miami 2024 discusses Trump's new cabinet and shifting global politics, from Iran's silence to Middle East security.

18/11/2024
(L-R): International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan; Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Senate leader elect threatens ICC sanctions over pending Netanyahu warrants

“The Senate must pass or bill to protect Americans and our allies from wrongful targeting by the ICC. Standing up for our great ally Israel shouldn’t be a partisan issue."

US soldiers walk near a rocket launcher missile at Basmaya military base in Baghdad

Trump transition team looks to court martial US military officials

The incoming administration is considering charging some US military officials with charges as high as treason, according to an NBC report.

‘Do what you must to halt a nuclear Iran,’ Lindsey Graham tells Netanyahu

Many Republican senators, including Graham, have already been outspoke about their support for such a move.

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