Donald Trump

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.

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.

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.

What Donald Trump gained from adversity

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 and the hostages

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

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

Ambulances spotted at Mar-a-Lago turn out to be a false alarm

Concerns raised for the safety and health of Trump after reports that two ambulances and several vans full of Secret Service officers had driven out of Mar-a-Lago, but the vehicles were part of Vance’s motorcade.

Trump Joins Musk for SpaceX Starship launch

SpaceX launches the sixth test flight of its Starship rocket, as President-elect looks on.

Popular TV host

Trump nominates Dr. Mehmet Oz to oversee Medicare and Medicaid

US President-elect nominates cardiothoracic surgeon and television personality to serve as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator.

Donated to Israel

Trump names Howard Lutnick as Secretary of Commerce

President-elect announces that Howard Lutnick, Chairman & CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, is his nominee for Secretary of Commerce in his administration.

Italian village:

Home in Italy for Americans disappointed with US election results

Leaders of the Italian village of Ollolai in Sardinia found a creative way to increase the dwindling population.

Former Fox Business host

Trump nominates Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation

Duffy served in the House from 2011 to 2019, representing the state of Wisconsin.

Zelenskyy:

'The war will end faster once Trump takes office'

Ukrainian President suggests that Russia's war in Ukraine could conclude "faster" once Trump assumes office. "We must do everything to ensure that the war ends next year through diplomatic means."

Families of hostages to Trump: They won't survive the winter

Hostages' families hold protest in Tel Aviv, call on US President-elect Trump to intervene - and bring about the release of their loved ones.

Trump nominates Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy

Wright will also be a member of the newly formed Council of National Energy which Trump says "will oversee the path to US energy dominance".

Report:

Jared Kushner to be pivotal to Trump admin’s Middle East efforts

CNN report: Despite not likely taking a formal role within the new Trump administration, Trump's son-in-law is seen as central to its Middle East strategy.

Trump's message to Israel: Advance a deal with Lebanon

Diplomatic source says that US President-elect Donald Trump told Israel's Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer that Israel needs to reach an agreement which will end the war in Lebanon.

MK Ohad Tal:

'We need to seize these opportunities to apply sovereignty'

'Huge opportunities are waiting ahead, to apply sovereignty, to do what Israel needs to,' MK Ohad Tal says, praising US President-elect Donald Trump's newest cabinet picks.

Huckabee to Arutz Sheva:

There is no 'occupation', it is the 'promised land'

Soon-to-be US Amb. to Israel in special interview: "I oppose the two state solution, that's a position that Trump has held and I expect that he will continue to."

Minister Eli Cohen:

'We expect Trump to take a strong stance against Iran'

Energy Minister tells Reuters Israel expects the Trump administration to take a strong stance against Iran and its nuclear ambitions, potentially creating opportunity for additional peace agreements.

Report:

Musk met Iran's UN ambassador

Two Iranian officials tell The New York Times that Elon Musk met Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations in New York to discuss ways to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States.

Trump's first promise to Israel

President-elect Trump's associates have delivered an explicit promise that as soon as he enters the White House, he will remove all restrictions on the supply of military equipment and ammunition to Israel.

Trump nominates Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health Secretary

President-elect Trump nominates Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who dropped out of the presidential race and endorsed Trump, to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.

Next Trump nomination?

Dov Hikind thanks God for Trump victory, 'wonderful' team

Former New York State Assemblyman and founder of Americans Against Anti-Semitism Dov Hikind, whose name has been floated for Trump's Antisemitism Envoy, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the political situation in the US and how to combat rising antisemitism.

Ukraine denies reports of race for nuclear weapons

German media alleges that Ukraine seeks a new deterrent amid growing fears that Trump will withdraw US support for the war against Russia.

Jake Sullivan:

'There's room for cooperation with Trump team on hostage deal'

US National Security Adviser tells reporters Biden raised the issue of the American hostages being held in Gaza during his meeting at the White House with Trump: We’re prepared to work with the incoming team to secure the release of the hostages.

Trump classified docs case

Special counsel asks court to pause appeals

Special counsel Jack Smith asks federal appeals court to pause proceedings in his effort to overturn decision to dismiss the criminal classified documents case against President-elect Donald Trump and two others.

'Gift' to Trump

Report: Israel preparing Lebanon ceasefire plan

Israeli officials tell The Washington Post that Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer told Trump and Jared Kushner that Israel is rushing to advance a ceasefire deal in Lebanon.

Trump officially nominates Marco Rubio as Secretary of State

President-elect Donald Trump officially announced Florida Senator Marco Rubio as his pick for Secretary of State. 'Marco is a highly respected leader and a very powerful voice for freedom.'

High Hopes

Upon hearing the news in Amsterdam, the horror of my initial reaction was mixed with added gratitude that Harris lost. Within a few days of Trump’s victory, Qatar agreed to evict Hamas leaders and Hamas wants an “immediate” end to the war. Opinion.

Watch: President-Elect Trump returns to DC, meets Biden

President-Elect Donald Trump meets with outgoing President Biden at the White House.