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Rep. Ritchie Torres, outspoken pro-Israel advocate, is dropping hints that he could run for NY governor
It’s clear from Ritchie Torres’ social media that he spends a lot of time thinking about Israel. But now, the Democratic congressman from the Bronx may have another locale on his mind: Albany. In the weeks after Election Day… Continue Reading
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Joshmentum: Across the United States, voters are embracing the Jewish Josh
The 2024 election was a dismal one for most Democrats. But it has been a very good year for one particular demographic: Jewish candidates named Josh. In North Carolina, Josh Stein won his gubernatorial election over (reportedly)… Continue Reading
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International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defense minister
The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant based on allegations that they starved Palestinian civilians in Gaza during… Continue Reading
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19 Senate Democrats back unsuccessful attempt to block weapons shipments to Israel
Nineteen Senate Democrats backed a failed attempt to block weapons shipments to Israel on Wednesday, a sign of growing criticism of — and division over — Israel in the party. The three resolutions that came before the… Continue Reading
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At the ADL’s ‘Concert against Hate,’ the focus is on Israel
WASHINGTON — At an annual event meant to honor people who champion its agenda, the Anti-Defamation League spotlighted a roster of Israelis and Americans whose stories reflected the fears and small triumphs Jews have… Continue Reading
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Progressive Jewish groups back Senate resolutions against arms sales to Israel
A number of progressive Jewish groups are backing an effort by Sen. Bernie Sanders to block arms sales to Israel. The effort, a collection of several resolutions, is unlikely to pass in the closely divided Senate but could split… Continue Reading
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At an upscale Midtown club, Jewish supporters of Trump revel in his victory
There were plenty of people Morton Klein was eager to praise as he ascended the stage at Cipriani 42nd Street on Sunday night to address a room dense with of black ties, cocktail dresses and red kippot emblazoned with the word… Continue Reading
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In a federation official’s remark about resettling Gaza, signs of tension among Jewish groups in the new Trump era
The head of Jewish Federations of North America is doubling down on nonpartisanship after one of his executives upset colleagues last week by signaling excitement about Jewish settlement in Gaza. The remark by Karen Paikin… Continue Reading
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Who is Marc Rowan, the Jewish investor reportedly in the running for Trump’s Treasury secretary?
Before Oct. 7, 2023, Marc Rowan was known more for his Wall Street acumen than for his political activism. But over the past year, the billionaire investor has become one of the most prominent voices in a donor revolt born of… Continue Reading
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Who are the Jews in Trump’s inner circle?
Stephen Miller. David Friedman. Jared. Ivanka. These names, and a few others, became familiar to American Jews over the four years of the first Donald Trump White House. Depending on the day, and their political views, Jews… Continue Reading