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Biden backs Israel at UN and in Senate, even as party divisions persist

The White House made clear to Senate Democrats that it was opposed to Sanders’s initiative that would have embargoed future arms sales to Israel.

22/11/2024

FBI, DHS leaders decline to testify publicly about threats facing US

Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Gary Peters called their refusal to publicly testify a "shocking departure" that runs counter to 15 years of precedent.

By REUTERS
21/11/2024

Sen. Van Hollen supports joint resolutions of disapproval limiting offensive weapons to Israel

Sen. Van Hollen urges pause on offensive weapons to Israel until humanitarian requirements met, while maintaining support for defensive aid like Iron Dome.

(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 Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visits grave of Lubavitcher Rebbe on Election Day

According to Chabad, during her visit, the senator prayed for strength to serve New Yorkers and the safety and security of Jewish communities in New York, Israel, and worldwide.

Adam Schiff wins race for US Senate seat previously held by Dianne Feinstein

The person appointed to serve out Feinstein’s term, Sen. Laphonza Butler, did not run herself. 

By ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
06/11/2024

‘We can’t afford to be silent': US antisemitism envoy tells 'Post'

Antisemitism Affairs: US antisemitism envoy Dr. Deborah Lipstadt speaks to the ‘Post’ about the new Global Guidelines for Countering Antisemitism.

Sen. Schumer, it’s time for the Senate to turn words into action on antisemitism

Now is the time for the Senate to join the House in passing the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Let’s transform words into action!

By SACHA ROYTMAN DRATWA
19/08/2024

US Senator Graham calls for military force against Iran over Hezbollah threats

Senator Lindsey Graham urges US military action against Iran if Hezbollah escalates tensions with Israel, aiming to prevent Iran's nuclear breakout and hold them accountable for proxy actions.

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