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Over pre-election poll

Trump files lawsuit against Des Moines Register and its pollster

US President-elect accuses the newspaper and its pollster of "brazen election interference" for publishing a poll that showed Harris with a surprising lead of three percentage points in Iowa days before the election.

Trump files lawsuit against Des Moines Register and its pollster

Trump's nominee for intelligence chief faces Senate skepticism

Eight Republican senators expressing reservations about supporting former Democratic congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard for the role of America's top spy, casting doubt on her Senate confirmation.

Trump's nominee for intelligence chief faces Senate skepticism

Judge rules:

No presidential immunity for Trump in hush money case

Judge Juan Merchan rules that US President-elect’s hush money conviction should not be dismissed in light of the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity decision.

No presidential immunity for Trump in hush money case

President Trump – Beware of HTS and the Moslem Brotherhood

Contrary to some Western policy makers, journalists and academics, the pro-US Arab leaders do not take HTS’ moderate statements at face value. They know who they are dealing with. Opinion.

President Trump – Beware of HTS and the Moslem Brotherhood

Netanyahu meets Trump's hostage envoy

Israeli PM meets Adam Boehler, Trump's pick for Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, in Jerusalem as President-Elect says he is working to free the hostages.

Netanyahu meets Trump's hostage envoy

Trump:

'We're trying to help get the hostages back'

US President-Elect mentions efforts to free the hostages held in Gaza and his warning that they must be released by his inauguration, and does not mention ceasefire, in remarks to press.

'We're trying to help get the hostages back'

Trump security adviser:

'Drone sightings highlight gaps in US airspace security'

Mike Waltz, Trump's choice for national security adviser, stresses need for stronger measures to address concerns over the recent drone sightings in New Jersey and other states.

'Drone sightings highlight gaps in US airspace security'

Report:

Trump to focus on Iran threat, Israeli sovereignty not on agenda

Israeli media reports than US President-Elect told PM Netanyahu and Republicans have told Israeli officials that the application of Israeli sovereignty in Judea and Samaria is not a priority for the incoming administration.

Trump to focus on Iran threat, Israeli sovereignty not on agenda

Netanyahu:

'I spoke to Trump about the need to complete Israel's victory'

The Prime Minister reemphasized that Israel does not seek confrontation with Syria: 'We will decide Israel's policies on Syria based on the reality on the ground.'

'I spoke to Trump about the need to complete Israel's victory'

Historic moment:

Gerrer Rosh Yeshiva and Satmar Rebbe invited to White House

Gerrer Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Shaul Alter, and the Satmar Rebbe, Rabbi Aharon Teitelbaum, received an official invitation to visit the White House after the inauguration of President Trump.

Gerrer Rosh Yeshiva and Satmar Rebbe invited to White House

On November 6th the world went from crisis to healing

The election of President Donald J. Trump transformed the world from the brink of World War 3 to a much more stable and safer place. Oped.

On November 6th the world went from crisis to healing

Lawsuit settlement:

ABC News to pay $15 million to Trump’s presidential library

The payment is part of a settlement in a lawsuit stemming from anchor George Stephanopoulos’ inaccurate statement on-air that Trump had been found civilly liable for raping writer E. Jean Carroll.

ABC News to pay $15 million to Trump’s presidential library

Trump considering direct attacks against Iranian nuclear sites

The incoming administration is reconsidering the available options for preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

Trump considering direct attacks against Iranian nuclear sites

Trump to TIME:

'There are ideas other than a two-state solution'

In his Man of the Year interview, US President-elect Donald Trump said that he wants to see lasting peace in the region and noted: 'Everyone is forgetting conveniently about October 7, but that was a horrible day for the world.'

'There are ideas other than a two-state solution'

Trump named Time Magazine Person of the Year for 2nd time

US President-Elect named 2024 Person of the Year for "remaking American politics" in the process or repeating a feat only seen once before in 1892.

Trump named Time Magazine Person of the Year for 2nd time

FBI Director Chris Wray announces resignation

FBI Director Chris Wray announces he will resign at the conclusion of the Biden administration, a move spurred by pressure from Trump, who had signaled his intent to replace him.

FBI Director Chris Wray announces resignation

Freed hostage meets Trump, pleads with him to free hostages

Hamas captivity survivor Judith Raanan met with President-Elect Trump and made an emotional plea: "Please do everything possible to bring the 100 hostages home."

Freed hostage meets Trump, pleads with him to free hostages

Bezalel Smotrich:

'Trump offers chance to overthrow Iran'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich rejects the establishment of a Palestinian state and says economy will bounce back, despite ongoing war, steadying finances in 2025.

'Trump offers chance to overthrow Iran'

Trump:

'The war must end, but Israel must win'

US President-elect Donald Trump told Meet the Press that he does not believe that many of the hostages in Gaza are alive: 'I hate to say it, I think you have far fewer hostages than people think.'

'The war must end, but Israel must win'

Trump:

'Iran is weakened by Israel's fighting and success'

US President-Elect reacts to overthrow regime of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad, says Russia lost interest in defending Assad due to being bogged down with the Ukraine War.

'Iran is weakened by Israel's fighting and success'

Trump:

Syria is not our fight

President-elect Donald Trump states his intention to avoid involvement in the Syrian civil war, emphasizing it is not America's battle.

Syria is not our fight

Special interview

Mark Levin: 'Trump would like peace, but he will protect Israel'

Broadcaster and author Mark Levin speaks with Arutz Sheva about Donald Trump's plans for the Middle East once he takes office and the dangerous rise in antisemitsim in the US and the world.

Mark Levin: 'Trump would like peace, but he will protect Israel'

One month after Election Day:

Here’s what we know about how Jews voted

While the majority voted for the Democratic candidate as the case has been for years, polls found that Kamala Harris received a smaller portion of the Jewish vote than Joe Biden did in 2020.

Here’s what we know about how Jews voted

Planning changes:

Yesha Council forms strategy in preparation for Trump admin.

The meeting focused on the formulation of a strategic plan for Judea and Samaria, in light of the upcoming change in the White House.

Yesha Council forms strategy in preparation for Trump admin.

Trump picks Adam Boehler as Envoy for Hostage Affairs

During Trump's previous term, Boehler worked as a lead negotiator on the Abraham Accords team, Trump noting: 'Adam will work tirelessly to bring our great American citizens home.'

Trump picks Adam Boehler as Envoy for Hostage Affairs

Trump taps Jewish astronaut and businessman to lead NASA

US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jared Isaacman, a businessman, pilot, and astronaut who has commanded two space missions, to serve as administrator of NASA.

Trump taps Jewish astronaut and businessman to lead NASA

Gov. Ron DeSantis:

Trump considering replacing Pete Hegseth with Gov. Ron DeSantis

US President-elect Donald Trump considering replacing current Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth, due to growing scrutiny over allegations about his personal life.

Trump considering replacing Pete Hegseth with Gov. Ron DeSantis

In wake of Hunter Biden pardon

Trump urges judge to toss hush money case

Lawyers representing US President-elect call on judge who oversaw his conviction for falsifying business records to dismiss the charges against Trump, cite President Biden's comments in pardoning his son.

Trump urges judge to toss hush money case

What Donald Trump gained from adversity

'You intended harm against me, [but] God designed it for good'- (Genesis Chapter 50 Verse 20)

What Donald Trump gained from adversity

Report:

Trump's message to Hamas: 'Here I come'

Hebrew media reports that US President-Elect Trump is conveying a specific message to the Hamas terrorist organization ahead of his inauguration.

Trump's message to Hamas: 'Here I come'

Netanyahu:

'Trump ultimatum puts onus on Hamas where it belongs'

PM thanks US President-Elect for 'strong statement' warning of serious consequences if the hostages are not released by January 20.

'Trump ultimatum puts onus on Hamas where it belongs'

Angela Merkel:

Trump fascinated by Putin and Kim Jong-Un

Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed her views on Trump, Putin, and her experiences during her leadership in a CNN interview.

Trump fascinated by Putin and Kim Jong-Un

Smotrich:

Trump made 'clear and morally sound statements'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich thanks US President-elect Donald Trump for clarifying that Hamas will suffer a heavy blow if Israeli hostages are not returned prior to Inauguration Day.

Trump made 'clear and morally sound statements'

Graham responds to Trump:

'Well said, I hope people in the Middle East are listening'

Senator Lindsey Graham welcomes Trump’s threat that “there will be hell to pay” if the hostages held by Hamas are not freed by the time he takes office on January 20: Let’s end this madness now.

'Well said, I hope people in the Middle East are listening'

Hostages' families thank Trump:

'The time has come, we must bring them home now'

Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters responds to Trump's warning that “there will be hell to pay” if the hostages are not freed by January 20: We call on both the current and incoming US administrations to act without delay.

'The time has come, we must bring them home now'

Trump threatens:

'If hostages aren't free by Jan. 20, there will be hell to pay'

US President-Elect issues warning to Hamas that there will be consequences if it does not free the 101 hostages still held in Gaza by the time he takes office next month.

'If hostages aren't free by Jan. 20, there will be hell to pay'

Trump dines with Sara Netanyahu in Florida

According to Netanyahu, the two discussed several topics, including the hostages in Gaza as well as the strategic importance of Israel’s victory in the war against Iran and its proxies.

Trump dines with Sara Netanyahu in Florida

Trump picks Massad Boulos as Arab and Mideast adviser

Massad Boulos, Lebanese-American businessman, tapped for position of Arab and Mideast affairs adviser to US President-elect Donald Trump.

Trump picks Massad Boulos as Arab and Mideast adviser

Trump names Kash Patel as FBI Director

Announcing the nomination on Truth Social, Trump says Patel "is a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and ‘America First’ fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending Justice, and protecting the American People.

Trump names Kash Patel as FBI Director

Senator Graham:

'Trump is interested in a hostage deal before he takes office'

Senator Lindsey Graham tells Axios US President-elect is keen on achieving a ceasefire and hostage agreement in Gaza before his inauguration on January 20.

'Trump is interested in a hostage deal before he takes office'

Donald Trump appoints Charles Kushner ambassador to France

Donald Trump has announced that Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, will be the US Ambassador to France. Trump trusts Kushner's ability to represent US interests abroad.

Donald Trump appoints Charles Kushner ambassador to France

Podcast:

How the Trump transition is taking shape

Will President-elect Trump be able to maintain his previously demonstrated unconditional support for Israel in this radicalized world climate?

How the Trump transition is taking shape

Who loves us? Trump's dream team seems to

And let us not forget the Evangelicals who have been pro-Israel since the time of the Balfour Declaration. Opinion.

Who loves us? Trump's dream team seems to

Trump nominees and appointees targeted by bomb threats

Several of President-elect’s Cabinet nominees and appointees, including Lee Zeldin and Elise Stefanik, have been targeted by bomb threats and swatting attacks. FBI investigating.

Trump nominees and appointees targeted by bomb threats

Post-election:

Trump's popularity soaring

New poll: Trump's popularity continues to soar, with a 6% increase since the pre-election period; support for Biden at an unprecedented low.

Trump's popularity soaring

Report:

Trump mulling direct talks with Kim Jong Un

President-elect’s team reportedly exploring the possibility of direct talks with North Korean leader in a bid to reduce the risk of armed conflict through diplomatic efforts.

Trump mulling direct talks with Kim Jong Un

Rep. Mike Waltz:

'Everyone is coming to the table because of President Trump'

'The Iran Regime is the root cause of the chaos & terror that has been unleashed across the region. We will not tolerate the status quo of their support for terrorism,' says Rep. Waltz on X.

'Everyone is coming to the table because of President Trump'

National Camp formulates new strategy in leadup to Trump's term

National Camp unites, for first time since US elections, in special Yesha Council meeting, to formulate strategy for upcoming change of US government.

National Camp formulates new strategy in leadup to Trump's term

Bezalel Smotrich:

US presidential transition - two challenging and dangerous months

'There is opportunity for historic changes for Judea and Samaria, but we must navigate them very carefully and responsibly. I’ll even say, patiently,' said Bezalel Smotrich at the Yesha Council conference.

US presidential transition - two challenging and dangerous months

White House:

Biden will attend Trump's inauguration

White House announces that President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20.

Biden will attend Trump's inauguration

Trump vows:

Tariffs on Mexico and Canada on his first day in office

President-elect announces his intention to implement a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and a 10% increase on tariffs for Chinese goods already subject to duties.

Tariffs on Mexico and Canada on his first day in office

Special Counsel drops federal cases against Trump

Special Counsel Jack Smith announces he is dropping the federal cases against US President-elect Donald Trump regarding election subversion and mishandling of classified documents.

Special Counsel drops federal cases against Trump

Knesset Speaker

Trump and his dream team cabinet fill people of Israel with hope

Likud MK Amir Ohana addresses Yesha Council conference on the incoming Trump Administration, says Trump's reelection and cabinet picks restore optimism after the most difficult year for the Jews since the Holocaust.

Trump and his dream team cabinet fill people of Israel with hope

Trump nominates Brooke Rollins as Agriculture Secretary

Rollins served as White House domestic policy chief during Trump’s first presidency and is currently the president and CEO of the America First Policy Institute, which has been instrumental in preparing for Trump’s return to the White House.

Trump nominates Brooke Rollins as Agriculture Secretary

Trump and the hostages

How will the incoming president handle the remaining hostages in Gaza - including several American citizens?

Trump and the hostages

Pam Bondi would support a tougher stance on pro-Hamas protesters

Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick for attorney general, wants FBI to question pro-Hamas protesters.

Pam Bondi would support a tougher stance on pro-Hamas protesters

Trump vs. Iran:

How will the new President handle the Iranian nuclear program?

Trump's appointments indicate that the U.S. will likely return to a policy of "maximum pressure" on Iran in an attempt to halt its nuclear program. Military action is also on the table.

How will the new President handle the Iranian nuclear program?

'Staunch supporter of Israel'

United Hatzalah congratulates Trump's pick for Commerce Secretary

United Hatzalah congratulated Howard Lutnick who has donated millions of dollars to the organization.

United Hatzalah congratulates Trump's pick for Commerce Secretary

Report:

Trump team already preparing measures against ICC

Hebrew media reports President-Elect's people have begun preparing to impose sanctions on ICC officials responsible for the warrants against Israeli leaders 2 months before Trump's inauguration.

Trump team already preparing measures against ICC

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s pick for attorney general

Trump nominates former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as the next Attorney General of the United States after Gaetz's withdrawal due to fallout from investigation against him.

Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s pick for attorney general