American Politics

Dermer: Israel backs Taylor Force Act despite 'fake news' claims

Israel's ambassador to the US blamed 'fake news' for reports that Israeli defense leaders were concerned act would undermine PA security forces.

Pence: Embassy move to Jerusalem is question of 'when, not if'

US Vice President Mike Pence spoke at a Christian Zionist event in Washington.

Jared Kushner reportedly failed to include Israel bond holdings in financial disclosure

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law owned up to $250,000 in Israel bonds, but reportedly omitted this fact in his initial financial disclosure months ago.

US congressman Sherman first to file impeachment article against Trump

With Rep. Brad Sherman's becoming the first House member to submit an impeachment article against US President Donald Trump, legal and ethical questions surface.

Trump-Russia probe turns to Kushner’s work on 2016 presidential campaign

Some Democratic senators are reportedly pushing for Kushner to give up his White House security clearance.

Trump Jr. emails suggest he welcomed Russian help against Clinton

To the surprise of many, US President Donald Trump chose to release the emails himself in yet another development in the 'Russian affair.'

WATCH: Haley defends Ivanka Trump's sitting in for POTUS

On Saturday, Ivanka briefly sat in her father's chair during a session on African development, as the World Bank president spoke.

Report: Kushner, Trump Jr. met with Russian lawyer amid 2016 election

Report comes amid probe of possible contacts between the Trump campaign, Russian representatives, as part of a larger probe into allegations that Moscow meddled in the 2016 presidential election.

US Senate to hold hearing on Taylor Force Act Wednesday

The bill would cut aid to the Palestinian Authority if it continues to pay stipends to terrorists and to the families of deceased terrorists.

Senate schedules hearing on Taylor Force Act for next week

Several leaders in the Democratic Party have inched closer to supporting the legislation in recent weeks.

A handshake and a back slap: Trump and Putin finally meet

The encounter between Trump and Putin was one of the most eagerly anticipated meetings between two leaders in years.

Linda Sarsour calls for 'jihad' against American government

"Do not criticize me when I say that we as a Muslim community in these United States of America have to be perpetually outraged."

Trump calls on Putin to distance Russia from Syria and Iran

Two leaders face first tête-à-tête today.

Trump connects Europe's Soviet and Nazi past with global war on terror

US President Donald Trump commemorated the horrors Poland suffered during both Soviet and Nazi occupations during a speech in Warsaw.

CNN tracks down racist Reddit user, threatens to publish identity

Reddit user created a video showing US President Donald Trump hitting the global media network, then was contacted by CNN and warned off.

Bill, Hillary Clinton receive standing ovation at 'Oslo'

The show follows the story of the integral role a Norwegian couple played in getting the Israelis and Palestinians to the negotiating table in 1993, a process led by then president Bill Clinton.

MSNBC host alludes to Kushner assassination, Trump Jr. up in arms

Matthews compared President Trump to Mussolini.

Trump, South Korea's Moon discuss North Korea, trade

After Thursday's dinner, Trump tweeted that he had a "very good meeting" with Moon and that "many subjects (were) discussed including North Korea and new trade deal!"

Justice Neil Gorsuch shows conservative credentials

US Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch showed his inclination to rule from a spot occupied by fellow conservative Justice Clarence Thomas.

Top Putin ally: Americans are ‘hysterical’ over Russia intervention

The comments came while at a press conference with Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein.

Obama cyber chief warns against 'election chaos'

Israel "punching above its weight in cyber."

Jewish groups repudiate Supreme Court over Trump travel ban verdict

The Anti-Defamation League has found itself in combat with the Trump administration on several fronts.

Jewish tech mogul-lawmaker could be Colorado's first openly gay governor

Less than 10 years after his Washington debut, Jared Polis now has his sights set on a new goal: to serve as governor of Colorado.

Jewish groups criticize Supreme Court travel ban decision

The Anti-Defamation League will "oppose the discriminatory Muslim ban" while pointing to the Justices' "failure to recognize" the plight of refugees.

Nikki Haley faces 'hate speech' at LGBT pride parade in NY

US envoy to the UN tweets of disappointment after being heckled.

Lawmakers urge Trump to appoint White House Jewish liaison

A special White House envoy to combat antisemitism is another position US President Donald Trump has not filled as of yet, to the dismay of many in the Jewish community.

Taylor Force Act would hurt Israeli security, say military men

The bill to penalize Palestinian Authority payments to the families of terrorists could pose unexpected risks to Israel's safety.

'Massive drop in US Jewish college students' support for Israel'

As anti-Israeli fervor intensifies in US colleges,researchers warn against losing the next generation.

China invites Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner to visit

News of the invitation extended to the president's daughter and son-in-law comes as Kushner is due to arrive in the Mideast in a bid to advance the frozen Israeli-Palestinian peace process.

Jewish candidate Jon Ossoff loses in crucial congressional race

In a blow for many Democrats who looked to Ossoff to bring about change, the 30-year-old Jewish candidate lost the congressional race in Atlanta to Karen Handel.