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Can Republicans hold on to Congress?

Republicans take lead in key Senate races as Democratic lead in House narrows. But will it be enough for GOP to retain majority?

Synagogue shooter hid his anti-Semitic fanaticism, neighbors say

Despite openly expressing his hateful views online, neighbors say Pittsburgh synagogue gunman was quiet, 'forgettable' in person.

US-funded network airs segment on ‘multimillionaire Jew’ Soros

Spanish network funded by US airs segment on George Soros, describing him as 'multimillionaire Jew, architect of 2008 financial collapse.'

Steelers hold moment of silence for synagogue shooting victims

Watch: Pittsburgh Steelers hold moment of silence in honor of victims of Saturday's synagogue shooting that left 11 dead, 6 wounded.

Hundreds gather at J'lem vigil for synagogue shooting victims

Vigil held in downtown Jerusalem in honor of 11 shooting victims killed in Saturday's synagogue attack in Pennsylvania.

Synagogue Shooter:

'Jews are committing genocide of whites, Trump is their puppet'

Robert Bowers, arrested in synagogue massacre, argued there is a war between Jews and Western civilization, claimed Jews control Trump.

Pittsburgh Massacre:

Synagogue shooting victims identified

11 victims of Pittsburgh synagogue shooting - 8 men and 3 women - identified day after gunman attacked synagogue.

Greenblatt to visit Israel as WH prepares to roll out peace plan

President Trump's special envoy reportedly planning Israel trip next week as administration prepares to roll out 'Deal of the Century'.

Joe Biden latest target in wave of suspicious packages

Former VP becomes latest target after President Obama, actor Robert De Niro, and various Democratic officials receive suspicious packages.

Expanded Holocaust memorial plaza dedicated in Philadelphia

First-ever Holocaust memorial in US unveils expansion.

ADL hits waiver allowing foster groups to reject non-Christians

Waiver allowing South Carolina foster agencies to exclude non-Christian parents its unconstitutional, ADL claims.

Kushner: Trump is a really great grandfather to my kids

President's son-in-law and senior advisor Jared Kushner opens up about time in White House, lauds Trump as 'great' father and grandfather.

Texas school demands mother prove daughter is Jewish for absence

North Texas school district requests mother furnish proof that daughter is Jewish in order to excuse Yom Kippur absence.

Poll: Jews strongly back Democrats in 2018 midterms

New poll shows just 25% of American Jews approve of President Trump, while 26% back Republicans in midterm elections.

Will Supreme Court overturn ban on anti-Israel activist?

Former Students for Justice in Palestine leader appears in Israeli Supreme Court, as court questions state's decision to ban her.

Watch: Near catastrophe at San Francisco Airport

1,000 passengers, crew narrowly escaped death after Air Canada flight came within feet of crashing into taxiway in 2017, report says.

Supreme Court freezes deportation of US student

22-year-old Florida student accused of backing anti-Israel BDS movement turns to Israeli Supreme Court to block deportation.

Report: Sears to declare bankruptcy next week

Iconic retail giant Sears and affiliate Kmart expected to declare bankruptcy Monday.

Kanye West: Trump solved Obama's problems on day one

Rapper lauds Trump at White House meeting, bashes left-wing criticism over decision to wear MAGA hat. 'It makes me feel like Superman'.

Danon thanks Haley for 'standing up for truth at the UN'

Israel's ambassador to UN lauds Nikki Haley following announcement she plans to step down.

Justice Kavanaugh to be publicly sworn in at White House

Supreme Court justice will have one final ceremony before being seated on bench.

'FBI report clears judge'

White House reviews FBI report, asserting that it clears Kavanaugh appointment. Accuser's lawyers furious over way investigation conducted.

Trump delivers remarks on US-Mexico-Canada Agreement

President Donald Trump holds news conference on USMCA at White House.

Rabbis urge immediate confirmation of Judge Kavanaugh

'To abandon previous evaluations based on uncorroborated testimony would violate both Biblical and accepted modern standards for evidence.'

Federal court blocks Arizona's anti-BDS law

Court blocks Arizona law requiring that state contractors certify they will not participate in anti-Israel boycott.

'Jewish leaders in the US - why don't you respect Israel?'

Jay Shapiro claims that American Jewish leadership manifests lack of mutual respect.

Abbas delivers fiery anti-Israel speech at the UN

PA chairman calls for international probe of 'settlers and soldiers', says Trump and US are not honest mediators.

Netanyahu departs for US ahead of meeting with Trump

As Prime Minister leaves for New York, Netanyahu vows Israel will continue to take action against Iranian forces in Syria.

Trump: No plans to meet 'absolutely lovely' Iranian president

President Trump mocks Iranian leader's rejection of Trump's overtures for meeting, but leaves door open for future dialogue.

As midterms near, Republicans surge past Dems in favorability

Republican favorability ratings reach 7-year high, edging out Democrats for first time since 2015. Largest swing among middle-class.

ISIS has been 'wiped out', says Trump

President Trump says Islamic terror group all but annihilated in Syria, lauds Egypt's role in combating terror.

Netanyahu heads to US as cabinet convenes over Russia row

Prime Minister to leave for New York Tuesday, will meet with President Trump Wednesday, address UN Thursday after PA chief Mahmoud Abbas.

EU to help Iran evade US sanctions

In bid to maintain Iran nuclear deal, EU works with Iran to continue trade while helping businesses evade US sanctions.

Adelsons’ reportedly now ‘biggest spenders’ in US politics

Republican couple's $55 million in recent months to GOP candidates makes them 'biggest spenders' on federal elections.

US: Iran to blame for downing of Russian plane

National Security Advisor John Bolton urges Russia to reconsider plan to transfer advanced missiles to Syria.

Swastika painted on home of Jewish congressman's supporters

New Jersey couple's home vandalized with swastika over their support for Jewish congressman.

US unemployment claims fall to lowest level in 49 years

Unemployment fillings fall to lowest level since 1969 as number of job openings hits all-time high.

NJ township to repeal ordinance barring construction of eruv

New Jersey town agrees to repeal ban on eruv, after state officials ruled ban was discriminatory against Orthodox Jews.

3 killed in 'horrific' mass shooting in Maryland

At least 3 dead, several people injured in shooting inside Maryland pharmacy. Gunman in critical condition.

Abbas plans NY meeting following closure of PLO office

Palestinian Authority leader calls on diplomats to join meeting in NY to confront 'radical shift' in US approach to Mideast under Trump.

Bomb found in New Jersey Jewish cemetery

Explosive device found affixed to headstone in Jewish cemetery in New Jersey.

Jewish volunteers continue to assist victims of Hurricane Harvey

Year after hurricane devastated Texas, Act Now Houston still sending volunteers to support victims of flooding.

ANALYSIS: US, Turkish show of force delays Russian offensive

Humanitarian crisis avoided after US and Turkish threats make Russia think twice about Idlib campaign.

Conservative writer likens Trump to Holocaust deniers

Washington Post's Jennifer Rubin slams President Trump's comments on Puerto Rico hurricane fatalities, likening them to 'Holocaust denial'.

Billionaires Klarman, Wexner drop support for GOP candidates

Jewish billionaires who donated to Republican candidates in 2016 say they are supporting Democrats in 2018 midterms.

Israel to deport US-French professor for blocking demolition

American-French professor who attempted to block Israeli bulldozers preparing for demolition of illegal Arab town to be deported.

Ted Cruz: May Ari Fuld's memory forever be a blessing

Texas Senator eulogizes murdered American-Israeli man killed in Gush Etzion terror attack. 'Fuld was a passionate advocate for Israel.'

Report:

US expels Palestinian envoy

PLO envoy to Washington, Husam Zomlot, reportedly ordered out of the US.

Manafort wanted ‘Obama Jews’ to help Ukraine lobbying campaign

Ex-Trump campaign manager Paul Manafort solicited senior Israeli official to lobby Obama to ease pressure on Ukrainian clients.

Analysis: US losing battle with Iran over Iraq

The US promised to hold Iran accountable for attacks on US facilities in Iraq. But does the US still have any power in the area?

Supreme Court Justice recalls ‘very strange Jewish upbringing'

Justice Elena Kagan discusses her 'very strange Jewish upbringing' in family that 'didn't really know what it was.'

Trump praises GOP congressman who body slammed reporter

Stumping for Republican candidates in Montana, Trump praises congressman who body slammed reporter for London-based newspaper.

Report: US forces to remain in Syria until Iran withdraws

Senior State Department officials say President Trump has shifted on Syria withdrawal, now backs keeping troops in Syria 'indefinitely'.

Sheldon Cohen, commissioner who computerized IRS, dies at 91

Sheldon Cohen, former Internal Revenue Service commissioner, dies at 91.

What did President Trump tell American Jewish leaders?

The full transcript of President Trump's pre-holiday conference call with Jewish leaders.

White powder, threatening letters sent to Israeli, US embassies

Police in Berlin say second wave of threatening messages containing white powder sent to Israeli, US embassies.

ANALYSIS: Iran continues its entrenchment in both Syria and Iraq

Missiles given to Iraq by Iran can hit both Tel Aviv and Riyadh.

US won't suspend military exercises with South Korea

US has 'no plans' to suspend additional military exercises with South Krea, US Defense Secretary Mattis says.

US, Israel team up to tighten Iran sanctions

Israeli Finance Minister, US Treasury Secretary meet in Washington, form joint team to ramp up economic sanctions on Tehran.

North Korea: US planning to 'unleash a war' against us

North Korean newspaper claims US is practicing infiltrating North Korea, slams US' 'double-dealing' attitudes.