Joe Biden

White House approves intelligence briefing for Biden

White House gives formal approval for President-elect to receive the President's Daily Brief.

Pennsylvania certifies Biden victory

Joe Biden to pick up Pennsylvania's 20 electoral votes after Gov. Tom Wolf certifies election results.

Biden mentions 'two-state solution' in call with Jordanian King

US President-elect speaks to King Abdullah II of Jordan, in his first conversation with an Arab leader since his election victory.

Trump administration authorizes Biden transition

Trump confirms he told General Services Administration to cooperate with Biden's team, but stressed legal fight will continue.

Gulf nations worried about Biden and seeking Israel's help

Will the Gulf turn to Israel as its top partner to face the Iranian threat if a new White House leads to a change in policy?

Report: Biden to name Janet Yellen as treasury secretary

The 74-year-old Yellen, who was born to a Jewish family, would be the first woman to lead the Treasury Department.

Michigan board certifies election results

Michigan State Board of Canvassers votes to certify Biden's victory in the state.

Former ambassador to US: Biden not as bad as Obama

Fmr. Israeli Amb. to US & Fmr Dep. Foreign Minister says we can expect 'more of the same' from Biden admin in terms of peace process.

Senior Biden adviser: No chance Trump wins recounts

Fox News interviews Biden-Harris transition senior adviser Kate Bedingfield who claims 'no one in the world believes Trump won elections.'

Biden names foreign policy team

Antony Blinken, who said Biden would not withhold aid if Israel applied sovereignty, nominated to serve as Secretary of State,

'Nobody would be naive enough to go back to Iran deal'

Saudi Arabia’s UN envoy dismisses the idea that Biden will re-enter 2015 Iran nuclear deal: It has proven its failure to the entire world.

Biden to name Tony Blinken as Secretary of State

Official announcement is expected to be made on Tuesday, according to Bloomberg News.

Putin: We're ready to work with election winner - whoever it is

Russian president says US election must be settled, with both parties agreeing on who won.

Saudi FM: Confident Biden will maintain regional stability

Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister: Kingdom is interested in normalization with Israel, but only after Palestinian state is established.

Report: 'Biden's allegiance to Beijing'

New Senate report further connects candidate Joe Biden to Hunter Biden's international business dealings, Newsmax TV reports.

Report: Israel preparing for resumption of US-Iran talks

TV report: IDF and Mossad have drawn up plans on how to work together with the US in order to achieve an improved nuclear deal.

Biden celebrates 78th birthday

Biden will become the oldest president when he is sworn in on January 20, 2021.

Georgia certifies Biden victory in the state

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger certifies Joe Biden's, a day after recount confirmed initial results.

Top contender for Biden’s press secretary is an Israelophobe

Jean-Pierre’s promotion of “cancel culture” is antithetical to Biden’s promise to be for all Americans, but even more so to Israel. Op-ed.

Georgia recount confirms Biden victory

Manual recount of ballots cast in Georgia validates initial result and finds Joe Biden won the state.

Biden: 400,000 coronavirus deaths by early February

Speaking to reporters, President-elect criticizes Trump for failing to cooperate with transition: It's totally irresponsible.

Biden speechwriter worked for MSNBC

Daily Caller says John Meechum let go from MSNBC for helping draft Biden speech and failing to disclose whilst covering speech.

Bahrain's FM: Biden must consult us before new Iran deal

Bahrain’s Foreign Minister says he expects Biden administration to consult Gulf states before entering new nuclear deal with Iran.

MoveOn.org spokeswoman on shortlist for Biden Press Secretary

Karine Jean-Pierre named as leading candidate to serve as press secretary for a Biden White House.

Former Dem: AOC wants to rule - that's why I left the party

The Officer Tatum posted a video of former Dem congressman from NJ Jeff Van Drew who put Democrats on blast for behaving 'un-American.'

'It would be a mistake for Biden to rejoin Iran nuclear deal'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Ron Dermer urges Biden not to have US rejoin 2015 Iran nuclear deal, calling such a move a 'mistake'.

Israel preparing list of demands for new Iran nuclear deal

Officials insist it has no connection with identity of future US President - Trump would have renewed negotiations with Iran too.

Iranian FM: If Biden lifts sanctions, we'll fulfill nuclear deal

Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran is ready to discuss how the US can return to 2015 deal.

Trump must forge a treaty to solidify foreign policy gains now

A treaty will be a legal barrier if Biden backtracks on the Abraham Accords and renews the Iran deal.There are precedents. Op-ed

Halakhic question: When should Biden's grandson be 'redeemed'?

Hunter Biden's Jewish wife recently gave birth to a son. Should he have a pidyon haben now, or redeem himself at his bar mitzvah?

Netanyahu, Rivlin congratulate President-elect Biden

Israeli President and Prime Minister speak to US President-elect Joe Biden, discuss strong US-Israel relationship.

'More people may die if Trump doesn't coordinate transition'

Biden warns that Trump's unwillingness to accept outcome of 2020 election could hamper his ability to distribute a coronavirus vaccine.

Polls show majority of Americans support 'Mask Mandate'

The Hill reported that according to a new poll, 75% of registered voters in the US support a law mandating mask-wearing during CV-19 crisis.

Watch: Netanyahu struggles not to say 'President Biden'

PM avoids calling Joe Biden 'president' when asked about relations with incoming US administration at press conference.

The US election: Preliminary lessons for America’s allies

With Biden likely to take office in January, US allies in the Mideast need to take stock of implications of a Biden administration. Op-eds.

Return of the Swamp: 'Biden will make same mistakes & fail'

Fox News' Lisa Boothe says that what made Trump stand out was his unwillingness to conform, that Biden will return to the path of Obama.

'Dems' agenda: Politics first, workers last'

Fox News' Sean Hannity predicts far-left of Dem Party will shape Joe Biden's administration.

Sanders confirms he'd take Labor secretary in Biden White House

Bernie Sanders confirms he would like to be Labor secretary in hypothetical Biden White House.

Biden's stance on Jerusalem - 2021

According to Biden, US should have kept Jerusalem carrot hanging just out of Israel's reach to squeeze every possible concession. Opinion

'I hope Biden will have the courage to return to the Iran deal'

Former Prime Minister says he prefers Biden's attitude to Israel-PA conflict over Trump's.

Biden projected to 306 Electoral College votes

US networks project Biden to win Georgia, while Trump wins North Carolina. Biden now has 306 electoral votes, while Trump has 232.

Why did Republicans rack up wins despite Trump's loss?

Joe Biden will have to deal with a Senate with a Republican majority. It will require painful compromises to be able to manage its policies.

Watch: Israeli TV host calls Biden 'serial molester'

Israeli morning show host apologizes for accusing Biden of sexually harassing women.

J'lem neighborhood which angered Biden in 2010 to be expanded

Israel approves expansion of Jerusalem neighborhood which became flashpoint of US-Israel tensions during Biden's 2010 visit.

Biden wins Arizona

NBC and CNN project Biden win in Arizona. He now has 290 electoral votes compared to Trump's 217.

US envoy: Pressure on Iran will continue under Biden

US special representative for Iran says pressure campaign of sanctions targeting Iran would persist into the administration of Joe Biden.

The American public and Israel in the 21st Century

Professor Eytan Gilboa talks about how Israel-US relations will change when Biden enters the White House.

Is State Dept. preventing Biden from accessing messages?

State Department sources claim that the Trump administration is preventing Joe Biden from accessing messages from foreign leaders.

Sanders: I'd accept Labor Secretary job

Vermont Senator, who challenged Biden for Democratic nomination, says he would accept job of Labor secretary if offered.

Biden appoints Jewish chief of staff

Ron Klain, born to Jewish family in Indianapolis, served as Biden's chief of staff during his vice presidency and as White House Ebola czar.

Lawsuits filed, lawsuits dismissed: Team Trump tries to hold on‏

Follow the complicated political situation in the US, which still seems far from an absolute decision.

Should we care if Biden cools off relations with Saudis?

As Saudi Arabia quietly reconciles with Israel, pro-Israel community fears a Biden admin. could treat Saudis as a 'pariah' state. Op-ed

Expert: Obama's spirit will return, disguised as Biden

Middle East expert Dr. Dror Manor: Biden will bring to the White House both Obama's people and his views on Iran, the PA and settlements.

Senate Majority Leader doesn't expect interrupted transition

Mitch McConnell: I don’t think we’re going to have an interrupted transition to whoever is the next administration

German FM: US has opportunity to rejoin Iran deal

German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: US under Biden has opportunity to rejoin Iran nuclear accord.

Poll: Almost 80% of Americans recognize Biden win

Reuters/Ipsos poll: 79% of US adults believe Biden won the White House. About six in 10 Republicans say Biden won the election.

'The entire tone of American politics has already changed'

President Donald Trump will go, but Trumpism will remain.

Israel is heading into a perfect storm

After Trump, who watches Israel’s back? Hearing Biden's crew, I am already nostalgic for Trump. Op-ed.

Biden: Trump's behavior 'an embarrassment'

US President Elect says outgoing administration's refusal to cooperate with his transition team 'not of much consequence.'

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Clarence Thomas confirmation hearing vid resurfaces, goes viral

'In 1991, Joe Biden did everything in his power to destroy the life and reputation of Clarence Thomas, eventually confirmed to SCOTUS.'