Democrats

Rhode Island Democrat targeted by bomb threats

Rep. Seth Magaziner reveals that he and his family were the targets of a bomb threat, days after other lawmakers were also targeted by similar threats.

ANALYSIS:

Israel-bashers lose votes but gain ground among Democrats

An election post-mortem should mean confronting rather than appeasing progressive antisemites.

Senate rejects Sanders' bid to block arms sales to Israel

US Senate votes against effort by Senator Bernie Sanders to block the sale of offensive weapons to Israel over civilian casualties in Gaza. All the lawmakers who voted in favor were Democrats.

AOC hints AIPAC responsible for Democrats' defeat

AIPAC responds to squad member Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, shows her voting percentages in races where "Squad" members lost their primaries.

Last-ditch effort:

Democrats call on Biden to sanction Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

17 Democratic senators and 71 members of the House of Representatives signed a letter to the President calling on him to take advantage of his time left in office to sanction the two senior Israeli officials.

Pelosi claims:

Biden’s delay in exiting the race hurt the Democrats

Former US House of Representatives Speaker claims that if Biden had ended his reelection bid sooner, the Democratic Party could have held a competitive nominating process to choose his replacement.

Harris loss proves: Pandering to antisemites doesn’t pay

Harris moral cowardice in the face of antisemites is beneath contempt for any public official, and should have disqualified her from serving in the most powerful leadership position in the world. Opinion.

Pro-Israel Rep. Ritchie Torres wins reelection

Democrat Ritchie Torres wins more than 77% of the votes, defeating Republican Gonzalo Duran and independent Jose Vega.

After the votes are counted

The messaging from the left is now more focused on what happens after the election than the election itself. Op-ed.

Don't be Jews with trembling knees!

Heads up, liberal Jews, Don't be one of the Jewish Democrats, those smart people who refuse to accept that their party is full of bigots who hate Jews and Israel.

Second time in two weeks

New York Democrat's office vandalized by pro-Palestinians

Red paint and the words “Free Gaza” painted on the outer section of the office of Rep. Adriano Espaillat. A group of lawmakers, including two members of The Squad, condemn the vandalism.

More than “Habit” keeps Liberal Jews voting Democrat

I may have identified the real source of Liberals' Trump Derangement Syndrome. Op-ed.

US survey:

Only 50% of US voters believe election process is trustworthy

1/3 of Republicans and 2/3 of Democrats trust the election process | 1/3 of voters say they would not consider 2024 election results to be legitimate if their party’s presidential candidate lost.

Washington state Democrats:

'Investigate death of Aysenur Eygi'

Three Democrats from Washington state write letters urging the Biden administration to investigate the death of US citizen Aysenur Eygi during a protest near Shechem (Nablus) last Friday.

Dear American Jews who vote Democrat

How did we get to a place, less than 100 years after the Shoah, where Jews vote for the Jew haters? They keep them in power. Always trying to rationalize their reasons.

'The honor of my life':

Tim Walz formally accepts Democratic vice presidential nomination

Minnesota Governor accepts Democratic Party’s vice presidential nomination at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago: Thank you for bringing the joy to this fight.

'Honored to be your nominee'

Harris symbolically accepts presidential nomination

US Vice President symbolically accepts Democratic party’s presidential nomination in a video appearance from Wisconsin.

Democratic National Convention

Biden: Deliver a ceasefire and end this war

US President speaks on the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, attacks Trump: 'He says we’re losing. He's the loser! He’s dead wrong!'

Over anti-Israel bias:

US legislation would withhold UN funding

Reps. Mike Lawler and Jared Moskowitz introduce the Stand with Israel Act, which will require the withholding of US funding to UN agencies that expel, downgrade, suspend, or otherwise restrict the participation of the State of Israel.

Defeat for 'The Squad':

Rep. Cori Bush loses primary in Missouri

Rep. Cori Bush, a member of “The Squad” and a critic of Israel, loses her primary to challenger Wesley Bell.

2024 US elections:

Harris earns enough votes to secure Democratic nomination

Harris says she is honored to be the presumptive Democratic nominee for President and will officially accept the nomination next week.

Trump:

'It amazes me how Jewish people will vote for the Democrats'

Former US President criticizes Vice President Harris: She’s totally against the Jewish people, and it amazes me how Jewish people will vote for the Democrats when they're being treated so disrespectfully.

'Worst leader in Jewish history'

Rep. Nadler slams Netanyahu but will still attend his speech

Rep. Jerry Nadler launches scathing attack on Prime Minister Netanyahu, but unlike other Democrats will not boycott his Congress speech "out of respect".

Harris secures enough delegates to win Democratic nomination

Vice President Kamala Harris has been backed by well more than the 1,976 pledged delegates she’ll need to win the nomination on the first ballot. Voting expected on August 7.

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CNN anchor suggests there's a 'risk' in Jewish VP nominee

CNN comes under fire after anchor John King says there are “risks” in putting forward Jewish Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro as the Democratic Vice Presidential nominee.

VP Harris announces:

'My intention is to earn and win this nomination'

US Vice President issues statement after Biden announced that he was withdrawing from the Presidential race, declares her intention to win the Democratic Party’s nomination.

Rep. Adam Schiff:

'I believe it is time for Biden to pass the torch'

Rep. Adam Schiff becomes the most prominent elected Democrat to publicly call on Biden to drop out of the race: I have serious concerns about whether the President can defeat Donald Trump in November.

Report:

Schumer told Biden it would be better if he withdrew

ABC News reports that Senate Democratic leader told President Biden in a meeting on Saturday it would be better if he ended his reelection campaign.

GOP’s Israel plank challenges the Democrats

This year’s GOP platform states, “We will stand with Israel, and seek peace in the Middle East." Can the Democrats afford not to match that? Opinion.

Another House Democrat calls on Biden to withdraw

Rep. Brad Schneider publicly calls on Biden to withdraw from the 2024 race, says it is “time to pass the torch”.

Lawmakers to Blinken:

'Address Erdogan’s hostility toward Israel'

Bipartisan letter signed by 28 Members of Congress urges State Department to address Turkish President’s hostility toward Israel and continued support of Hamas terrorists.

House Oversight Committee subpoenas top Biden aides

GOP-led House Oversight Committee subpoenas three senior White House aides, demanding they sit for depositions regarding President Joe Biden's health.

Report:

Schumer signaling he is open to a candidate other than Biden

Axios reports that Senate Majority Leader is privately signaling to donors that he's open to a Democratic presidential ticket that isn't led by President Biden.

Sen. Peter Welch:

'For the good of the country, I’m calling on Biden to withdraw'

Vermont Sen. Peter Welch becomes the first Democratic senator to call on President Joe Biden to step aside as the party’s presidential nominee.

'The stakes are too high'

New Jersey Democrat urges Biden to withdraw

Rep. Mikie Sherrill becomes the latest Democrat to call on President Biden to withdraw from the presidential race: Because I know President Biden cares deeply about the future of our country, I am asking that he declare that he won’t run for reelection.

'I think he should step aside'

Washington Democrat calls on Biden to withdraw

Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA) urges Biden to end his reelection bid, says he is in favor of having Vice President Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket.

Report:

Four more Democrats call on Biden to step down

Reps. Adam Smith of Washington, Jerry Nadler of New York, Mark Takano of California and Joe Morelle of New York reportedly tell colleagues that they believe President Joe Biden should step aside.

Why the Democrats are freaking out

Biden is and always was a hopeless case, an inferior man, but together with the media, they constructed a false idol to be worshiped as president. Now, they’ve been caught red-handed for their falsehoods and their cover-ups. Opinion.

Second Democrat calls on Biden to withdraw

Rep. Raúl Grijalva follows Lloyd Doggett, calls on President Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential election following poor debate showing.

2024 US elections:

Rep. Lloyd Doggett calls on Biden to withdraw

Rep. Lloyd Doggett becomes the first sitting Democratic member of Congress to call on Biden to withdraw from the race following poor showing at last week's debate.

Biden insists:

'I know I'm not a young man, but I know how to do this job'

President Biden resists calls to withdraw from the presidential race after poor showing at debate: I intend to win this election.

'A victory for moderate politics':

Lapid congratulates candidate who ousted Jamaal Bowman

Opposition leader congratulates George Latimer, who won the Democratic primary in New York and defeated Israel critic Jamaal Bowman.

Will a Holocaust survivor's daughter unseat a Democrat in NY?

Just when you thought miracles couldn’t happen, a strong Jewish woman comes along and decides to save a county. It might sound like Purim to you! Opinion.

Democrats split on how to protest Netanyahu's speech

While some Dems plan on activly disupting the Israeli PMs address to Congress, others have chosen to boycott it to maintain decorum in the chamber.

Democrats panic over Jewish voters

Biden’s betrayal of Israel may end up costing him the election. Op-ed.

Over warrants for Israelis

House approves bill to sanction ICC officials

US House of Representatives passes legislation that would sanction International Criminal Court for requesting arrest warrants for Netanyahu and other Israeli officials.

Pro-Israel Democrats urge sanctions on ICC officials

A group of 19 pro-Israel House Democrats, led by Rep. Josh Gottheimer, pushing back on the White House's opposition to impose sanctions against ICC for seeking arrest warrants against senior Israeli officials.

16 Democrats vote in favor

House rebukes Biden for withholding Israel aid

Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which condemns Biden's posture on Israel’s military action in Gaza, passes in a 224 to 187 vote. Biden has already said he will veto the bill if it clears the Senate.

The time for Jexit has come

The Democrats should start worrying about what it might be like not to have the Jews to kick around anymore. Op-ed.

House Democrats:

'We cannot undermine our ally Israel'

26 Democratic members of Congress urge White House to deliver security aid to Israel, after the Biden administration cancelled a shipment over Rafah operation.

A carefully manufactured myth

If Biden is the Democrat presidential candidate, those who hate Jews for will vote for him no matter what he says or does. Opinion.

House approves:

'From the River to the Sea' is antisemitic

US House of Representatives passes, by a majority of 377 to 44, a resolution condemning the chant “From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be free” as antisemitic.

House Speaker to promote Israel aid bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to move forward with four individual bills to fund Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. White House reiterates its objection to standalone bills.

Trump:

'Any Jewish person who votes for Biden does not love Israel'

Former US President repeats previous criticism: Biden is no fan of Israel. Any Jewish person that votes for Biden should be spoken to.

House Speaker:

'Time to stop lecturing Israel on how it should defend itself'

US House Speaker Mike Johnson blasts “appalling” lack of support for Israel from some Democrats.

Senator Menendez:

'I will not run for reelection'

Sen. Bob Menendez, who is facing bribery charges, says he will not run for reelection in the Democratic primary but may run as an independent candidate.

John Kirby:

'Netanyahu can decide who he wants to talk to'

US National Security Council spokesman comments on Netanyahu's decision to speak to Senate Republicans via video: Support for Israel has been a long-standing bipartisan issue in this country.

Schumer responds to Trump:

'To make Israel a partisan issue only hurts Israel'

Senate Majority Leader fires back at Trump over criticism of Jews who vote for Democrats: Trump is making highly partisan and hateful rants.

Trump:

'Jews who vote for Democrats hate their religion'

Former US President lashes out at the Democratic Party, says it hates Israel and that Jews who vote for that party "hate everything about Israel and they should be ashamed of themselves".

Rep. Omar:

'I will support Biden despite differences on Israel'

Despite her criticism of Biden's support for Israel during the war in Gaza, Minnesota lawmaker says she will back him in the November election.