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News and updates about 2016 election

Trump leads Clinton in latest poll after month of trailing

After campaign shakeup and appeals to minority voters, Trump leading Clinton for first time in weeks.

Trump leads Clinton in latest poll after month of trailing

40 US rabbis condemn Trump’s ‘hateful rhetoric’

"Open Orthodox" clergy pen letter blasting Republican nominee's campaign rhetoric.

40 US rabbis condemn Trump’s ‘hateful rhetoric’

Analysis: Despite the polls, the game isn't over for Trump

While recent polls show Clinton trouncing Trump nationally and in key battleground states, experts say the GOP nominee could still win.

Analysis: Despite the polls, the game isn't over for Trump

Why did Donald Trump launch a Twitter feed in Hebrew?

Trump campaign's Hebrew twitter account comes on heels of push for Jewish voters living in Israel.

Why did Donald Trump launch a Twitter feed in Hebrew?

Trump vows to bar anti-Semitic immigrants from moving to US

Republican nominee warns 'some foreign populations have brought their anti-Semitic attitudes with them'.

Trump vows to bar anti-Semitic immigrants from moving to US

Donald Trump campaign opens in Israel

For the first time ever, a US party is running a ground-campaign in Israel, with the Republicans hoping to mobilize the vote for Trump.

Donald Trump campaign opens in Israel

Trump campaign looks to voters in Israel for swing-state boost

Republican activists head to Israeli malls and shopping centers seeking out Americans living abroad.

Trump campaign looks to voters in Israel for swing-state boost

Analysis: Are the polls skewed against Trump?

Polls show the race tilting towards Clinton. But just how reliable are pre-election polls?

Analysis: Are the polls skewed against Trump?

Father of Orlando terrorist spotted at Clinton rally

Seddique Mateen, father of Orlando-mass murderer Omar Mateen, cheers Clinton at rally near Orlando, calls for stricter gun control laws.

Father of Orlando terrorist spotted at Clinton rally

Fit for office? Clinton foes claim photos reveal medical issues

Unearthed picture of Clinton aides helping her struggle up stairs rekindles rumors Democratic nominee suffered serious head injury.

Fit for office? Clinton foes claim photos reveal medical issues

No matter who wins, FSILOTUS will be a Jew

Trump, Clinton, who cares? The First Son-in-Law will be descended from Abraham and Sarah in any case.

No matter who wins, FSILOTUS will be a Jew

Trump takes different approach to protesters at Detroit speech

At economic speech in Detroit, Donald Trump repeatedly interrupted by protesters, chooses to simply ignore them.

Trump takes different approach to protesters at Detroit speech

Could hackers derail Clinton's White House dream?

With the threat of an indictment over her use of a personal email server gone, Democrats fear hacked documents could do just as much damage.

Could hackers derail Clinton's White House dream?

GOP congressman blasts Trump, endorses Libertarian candidate

Virginia congressman becomes third Republican in House of Representatives to pledge not to vote for his party's nominee.

GOP congressman blasts Trump, endorses Libertarian candidate

Trump supporters launch push for ‘swing state’ votes - in Israel

Republican and Democratic party representatives in Israel look to mobilize overseas vote behind their respective candidates.

Trump supporters launch push for ‘swing state’ votes - in Israel

Watch: Trump ad mocks 'Robot Hillary'

In new ad, Trump campaign pokes fun at Hillary Clinton's 'robotic' demeanor.

Watch: Trump ad mocks 'Robot Hillary'

'A Clinton presidency would be terrible for Israel'

Senior Trump advisor claims Clinton has deeply embedded hostility towards Jewish state. 'I don't think she particularly likes Israel'.

'A Clinton presidency would be terrible for Israel'

Clinton trouncing Trump in post-convention polling

Latest Fox News poll shows Clinton up 10 points over Trump after both Republican and Democratic conventions.

Clinton trouncing Trump in post-convention polling

'The Democrats are panicking'

Head of Israeli branch of GOP rips father of Muslim soldier, claims Democrats are worried about Clinton's lackluster performance.

'The Democrats are panicking'

Trump: Get the baby outta here

In yet another incident that is sure further polarize the voting public, Donald Trump tells mother to remove a crying baby from his speech.

Trump: Get the baby outta here

Obama: Trump keeps proving he is unfit for Presidency

President Obama calls for Republicans to withdraw endorsements of 'unfit' Trump; 'There has to be a point at which you say enough.'

Obama: Trump keeps proving he is unfit for Presidency

New poll: Hillary Clinton up 7%

CBS poll shows Hillary Clinton with 46% support versus 39% for Donald Trump; both candidates still sporting high unfavorability ratings.

New poll: Hillary Clinton up 7%

Sanders references his Jewishness in response to Trump attack

Former presidential contender refers to relatives who perished in Holocaust, in midst of Trump's tussle with parents of Muslim soldier.

Sanders references his Jewishness in response to Trump attack

Bill Clinton sports Hebrew 'Hillary' button at convention

Former president wears Hebrew 'Hillary' button at DNC, sparking speculation move was subtle jab at Obama's relationship with Israel.

Bill Clinton sports Hebrew 'Hillary' button at convention

Trump: Russia should hack Clinton's missing emails

After Clinton formally nominated by Democratic Party, GOP nominee suggests foreign hackers retrieve 33,000 'missing' emails.

Trump: Russia should hack Clinton's missing emails

Could Trump actually win?

Post-convention bounce puts GOP nominee ahead of Clinton as leaked emails reignite Democratic civil war.

Could Trump actually win?

Clinton VP tapped pro-terror Muslim leader for immigration seat

Kaine appointed anti-Israel, pro-terror Muslim leader to head Immigration Commission; called criticism of pick 'xenophobia'.

Clinton VP tapped pro-terror Muslim leader for immigration seat

Former NY Mayor Michael Bloomberg to endorse Clinton

Michael Bloomberg will endorse Hillary Clinton at Democratic National Convention, in move seen as expressing distaste for Donald Trump.

Former NY Mayor Michael Bloomberg to endorse Clinton

Could Clinton's VP pick hurt her chances with Israel supporters?

Could Senator Kaine's support of Iran nuclear deal, ties to left-wing NGO distance pro-Israel community from Clinton campaign?

Could Clinton's VP pick hurt her chances with Israel supporters?

RNC crowd calls for Hillary Clinton to be 'locked up'

More commotion surrounding Trump campaign as crowd chants for Hillary's imprisonment; unofficial 'adviser' calls for her execution.

RNC crowd calls for Hillary Clinton to be 'locked up'

Speaking at convention, Cruz refuses to endorse Trump

Texas Senator booed at Republican National Convention address for not endorsing formal rival Trump.

Speaking at convention, Cruz refuses to endorse Trump

Trump speechwriter takes blame for Melania's plagarized speech

Says Melania 'liked' Michelle Obama, but never intended to plagiarize her speech.

Trump speechwriter takes blame for Melania's plagarized speech

Days ahead of DNC, Clinton looks for 'safe' VP pick

Democratic nominee reportedly eying Virginia senator, former Iowa governor for running mate against Trump.

Days ahead of DNC, Clinton looks for 'safe' VP pick

Republican Jews struggle with Trump candidacy

Jewish Republicans wonder how to vouch for Trump when he won't help out.

Republican Jews struggle with Trump candidacy

GOP turns to Jewish donor to cover convention costs

Jewish Republican who backed Newt Gingrich in 2012 called upon to fund 2016 Republican National Convention.

GOP turns to Jewish donor to cover convention costs

Trump to announce VP pick Friday

Donald Trump will announce his running-mate Friday; reportedly considering Mike Pence, Chris Christie, Newt Gingrich and Jeff Sessions.

Trump to announce VP pick Friday

'We never imagined we'd get such a pro-Israel GOP platform'

Head of Republican Party in Israel says GOP platform most pro-Israel ever, suggests Trump would transfer US embassy to Jerusalem.

'We never imagined we'd get such a pro-Israel GOP platform'

Election turnaround? Trump takes lead in key battleground states

GOP nominee surges past Clinton following racially-motivated shootings in Texas, FBI's decision not to indict Clinton over email server.

Election turnaround? Trump takes lead in key battleground states

Sanders endorses Clinton

Vermont Senator makes public appearance with Democratic nominee, backs her campaign following tumultuous primary season.

Sanders endorses Clinton

Gingrich 'very angry' with Trump anti-Semitism allegations

Former House Speaker says Trump Star of David Tweet innocuous, says similar star used in Disney book'

Gingrich 'very angry' with Trump anti-Semitism allegations

FBI director to clarify bombshell Clinton decision to Congress

Lawmakers demand FBI explain recommendation not to indict Clinton given acknowledgement of evidence indicating wrongdoing.

FBI director to clarify bombshell Clinton decision to Congress

Watch: Trump offers praise for Saddam Hussein

In a campaign rally Tuesday night, Donald Trump says Saddam Hussein was 'bad guy', but he 'killed terrorists well'.

Watch: Trump offers praise for Saddam Hussein

House Speaker Paul Ryan slams Trump's 'anti-Semitic' tweet

Leading Republican chastises GOP nominee, explicitly calling recently tweeted image 'anti-Semitic'. 'He's got to clean up his act'.

House Speaker Paul Ryan slams Trump's 'anti-Semitic' tweet

FBI: No Clinton indictment over email server

FBI Director James Comey recommends Clinton not be indicted, despite 'violations' of law regarding classified material.

FBI: No Clinton indictment over email server

FBI interviews Hillary Clinton for 3.5 hours over email server

Presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton interviewed by the FBI as private email server investigation nears end.

FBI interviews Hillary Clinton for 3.5 hours over email server

Trump slams Clinton with Star of David tweet, sparking outcry

GOP nominee rips Clinton as 'Most corrupt candidate ever', uses Star of David superimposed over pile of cash; backtracks after outcry.

Trump slams Clinton with Star of David tweet, sparking outcry

Fox News' Bill O'Reilly: Trump better for Israel than Obama

'US and Israel face exactly the same threat', claims 'America's leadership directly affects every Israeli'.

Fox News' Bill O'Reilly: Trump better for Israel than Obama

Despite lead in polls, data reveals warning signs for Clinton

Pre-Brexit polls show Trump winning independents despite recent controversies, competitive across battleground states.

Despite lead in polls, data reveals warning signs for Clinton

Trump aide blasts Jewish paper's 'Trumpatorium'

Jewish advisor excoriates claims Trump soft on anti-Semitism, says stoppage of Trump coverage 'antithetical to journalism'.

Trump aide blasts Jewish paper's 'Trumpatorium'

Do Israelis prefer Trump or Clinton?

As presidential election heats up, what do Israelis think of the two candidates? Who do they prefer - and who will be better for Israel?

Do Israelis prefer Trump or Clinton?

Clinton 'threw Bible at Secret Service agent'

Former agent claims Hillary Clinton had violent outbursts, used Secret Service to cover up husband's many affairs.

Clinton 'threw Bible at Secret Service agent'

Trump advisor: We'll give Israel more aid than Obama

Trump aide, David Friedman, says Israel should hold off on new aid package with US, wait till after elections.

Trump advisor: We'll give Israel more aid than Obama

Rubio to seek reelection, blasts Trump as 'worrisome'

Florida Senator criticizes Trump, pledges to use Senate to keep next president in line - no matter who wins.

Rubio to seek reelection, blasts Trump as 'worrisome'

Trump: We need to profile Muslims - like Israel does

In wake of Orlando nightclub massacre, GOP nominee calls for heightened scrutiny of Muslims, pointing to Israel as 'successful example'.

Trump: We need to profile Muslims - like Israel does

Trump tumbles in polls as unfavorables spike

GOP nominee trails Clinton badly in new polls, viewed unfavorably by 70% of voters.

Trump tumbles in polls as unfavorables spike

Democrats debate adding 'occupation’ to party platform

Democratic Party considers explicit condemnation of Israeli 'occupation' for 2016 platform.

Democrats debate adding 'occupation’ to party platform

Trump coming to Israel? GOP nominee considering summer visit

Presumptive nominee reportedly considering visiting Israel in coming weeks ahead of July convention.

Trump coming to Israel? GOP nominee considering summer visit

President Trump? Polls show GOP gains in key Democratic states

Trump gains on Clinton in traditionally Democratic 'blue' states, but will the trend continue after Hillary clinches nomination?

President Trump? Polls show GOP gains in key Democratic states

State Department finds Clinton at fault over email server

State Dep. Inspector General issues report ruling Democratic frontrunner violated rules, was aware of hacking attempts into private server.

State Department finds Clinton at fault over email server

Recently deceased implore voters not to support Trump

As per the requests of the deceased, at least two obituaries used to bash Trump, one calling his supporters 'f****** dumb a*****'.

Recently deceased implore voters not to support Trump