US politics

Trump administration fires team of lawyers who prosecuted him, official says

The moves reflect a willingness by the administration to follow through on threats to seek retribution against prosecutors who pursued Trump and his supporters during his four years out of office.

By REUTERS
28/01/2025

Dozens of Jewish groups protest Trump’s plans for mass deportation

Dozens of Jewish organizations, including national and local groups, signed an open letter urging Trump to stop mass deportations, highlighting Jewish history and values tied to immigration rights.

By BEN SALES/JTA
27/01/2025

'We don't want to fight wars': Pete Hegseth gets sworn in as US Defense Secretary

Hegseth, a former Minnesota National Guard officer who served in Iraq and Afghanistan was sworn in by Vice President J.D. Vance on Saturday morning to lead the Pentagon.

 REP. ELISE STEFANIK, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for ambassador to the UN.

Stefanik defends Israel record in UN ambassador confirmation hearing

Stefanik’s testimony focused on reforming the international body and upholding President Donald Trump’s policies

Nearly 60% of voters credit Trump for hostage deal in Gaza war

The Harvard-Harris poll also concluded that support for Israel was much higher than support for Hamas, with 79% of voters supporting the Jewish state.

Senate confirms Marco Rubio as US Secretary of State

The Senate backed Rubio by a vote of 99-0, days after the long-term member of the Senate foreign relations and intelligence committees sailed through his friendly confirmation hearing.

By REUTERS
21/01/2025

Trump stirs curiosity online after not placing hand on Bible during oath

Trump had chosen the Bible the 16th President Abraham Lincoln was sworn in on and one given to Trump by his mother, his transition team said.

By REUTERS
21/01/2025

Pro-Israel megadonor Miriam Adelson takes center stage at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration

With a $100M donation, Miriam Adelson strengthens ties to Trump’s presidency.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
20/01/2025

These are all the rabbis who have spoken at US presidential inaugurations

A timeline of rabbis at US presidential inaugurations from Truman to Trump.

By JTA STAFF
20/01/2025

Inauguration Day: Donald Trump is officially America's 47th president

Trump to take the oath of office at 7:00 p.m. Israel time • Javier Milei and Giorgia Meloni among world leaders who attended inauguration

By REUTERS
20/01/2025
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