Biden administration

Israel receives letter of US guarantees on maritime border deal

US commits to protect Israeli interests, ensure profits from gas rig do not reach Hezbollah.

Russian nuclear threat:

US buys nearly $300 million worth of radiation sickness drug

Days after Biden warns Putin serious about 'use of tactical nuclear weapons' Department of Health and Human Services buys anti-nuke drugs.

Jan. 6 rioters on trial:

Militia members accused of plot to keep Biden from taking office

Trial begins of five Oath Keepers charged with seditious conspiracy to 'plan for an armed rebellion' to stop peaceful transfer of power.

'Very concerned'

Senior US official warns against appointing Ben-Gvir as minister

"It's like putting the Ku Klux Klan in government," says official in American-Jewish organization.

Biden to host first-ever White House Rosh Hashanah party

White House to host Rosh Hashanah reception on Friday after the Jewish new year.

American held in Afghanistan for over two years released

American contractor released in prisoner swap for senior Taliban member, White House reveals.

Biden and Blinken silent on Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine

This latest Saudi plan supersedes the 1981 and 2002 Saudi Peace Plans. Blinken should go for it but is ignoring it. Op-ed

Jared Kushner:

'Too bad more countries haven't joined Abraham Accords'

Former senior White House adviser laments failure of Biden administration to expand Abraham Accords.

Desperate Democrats hope Midterms are about Trump, not Biden

Any Trump-related headline, they believe, can distract not only from Biden's debacles but from superior Republican plans for America. Op-ed.

Report: Biden Admin fears Iran deal could hurt Dems in November

PM Lapid to visit Germany today to discuss dangers of Iran nuclear deal. US unlikely to sign deal before November midterm elections.

Tearing up the rules of engagement between Israel and America

The deepening row over the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh has exposed the excruciating error of Israeli strategy towards the Biden administrat

Blinken:

Negotiations with Iran have taken a step 'backwards'

Secretary of State says Iran's latest response on a renewed nuclear deal violates Biden admin's 'bottom-line requirements.'

ZOA praises Congress members concerned about WH approach to Iran

Letter penned by 50 bipartisan reps. urges Biden administration not to renew Iran deal without first consulting Congress.

Poll: Over 50 percent of US voters want Biden impeached

Survey finds substantial majority of Americans favor Biden impeachment, including nearly 80% of Republicans and majority of independents.

Biden decision not to declare Russia a sponsor of terror 'final'

US rebuffs Ukrainian President's request on declaration against Russia on grounds the consequences could be worse.

Disunifying, destructive, dangerous - Biden's outrageous speech

Biden is creating a dangerous situation, throwing gasoline on an already simmering, divisive country. Op-ed

US lawmakers to Biden:

'We are deeply concerned about reported Iran deal'

50 House Democrats and Republicans write to Biden, call on him to share with Congress the text of any potential deal with Iran.

Biden to seek approval for arms sale to Taiwan

Sources: Biden administration to ask Congress to approve an estimated $1.1 billion arms sale to Taiwan.

Watch: Biden's 'semi-literate' response to 'semi-fascism' claim

Sky News says Biden has learnt a new term called "semi-fascism" and is using it to attack half the country.

US warns PA against full membership bid at UN

Axios report: Biden administration urged PA not to pursue vote at UN Security Council on gaining full UN membership.

Lapid seeks to talk to Biden, told Pres. is on vacation

PM rebuffed after asking for conversation with US President to express Israel's concerns over the Iran nuclear deal.

Biden ushers in an era of nuclear chaos and war

Appeasement of Iran is now a firm principle of identity politics and progressive dogma. And so, it continues and escalates. Op-ed.

Watch: Texas governor continues sending migrants to Washington

Democrat officials say the move is a 'political stunt,' while Governor Abbott maintains Biden must change his border policies.

US to send $1 billion in rockets to Ukraine for counteroffensive

Biden administration announces largest delivery of weapons so far to Kyiv.

Zawahiri’s death proves Joe Biden has misled Americans

Far from being ‘gone,’ al Qaeda’s Number One was being sheltered by the very government to whom Biden ceded control of Afghanisitan. Op-ed.

Did the FBI 'deliberately protect' Hunter Biden?

The FBI director says he found allegations that agents covered up information on Hunter Biden 'deeply troubling'.

US to declare monkeypox a public health emergency

More than 6,600 cases of the virus have been identified in the US since mid-May.

Democratic Rep. urges Biden not to run for re-election

Minnesota Congressman Dean Phillips calls on Biden to let another candidate who is 'well-prepared' be the party's nominee for 2024.

Deputy Sec. of State:

Biden admin has 'unwavering commitment to Israel's security'

Deputy Sec. of State Wendy Serhman meets with Minister for Public Security Omer Barlev in Washington DC to discuss US-Israel relationship.

Biden admin makes U-turn: Orders work on Arizona border wall

After pledging to not finish Trump's border wall, Biden orders work on wall in Arizona to stem massive number of illegal border crossings.

Shelley Greenspan named as next White House Jewish liaison

Greenspan, a former staffer and board member for a number of national Jewish groups, to replace Chanan Weissman in position.

Fed raises key interest rate 75 points in response to inflation

As recent numbers show inflation continuing to soar, Fed raises key rate 75 points for second time in two months.

China warns US will face consequences if Pelosi visits Taiwan

Biden Admin. attempting to convince House Peaker Pelosi of the dangers of visiting Taiwan during this period of tensions with China.

Why Mahmoud Abbas will never live to see "Two States"

Biden and Abbas can talk about a Two-State Solution until their faces turn blue. So can some Israeli politicians.It will never happen.Op-ed.

There’s a need for gestures before Biden arrives

Just not the ones you think …

US accuses Russia of antisemitism, exploiting Jewish suffering

White House drafts dossier of both antisemitism and taking advantage of the legacy of the Holocaust during its war with Ukraine.

Honoring Joe Biden, dishonoring Taylor Force

That Biden, who reversed the freeze on US aid to the “pay for slay” PA, is receiving Israel’s Presidential Medal is worse than ironic.Op-ed.

The Biden Opportunity-straight talk

'Wouldn't it be loverly' if Biden put all the diplomatic blather and pomp aside, and decided to do what needs to be done? Op-ed.

WH hits back after poll shows 88% think economy on wrong track

Biden administration touts economic accomplishments amid record high inflation and fears of recession.

Required reading for Biden: Kuwait's al Hadlaq and al-Jurallah

Kuwait is implacably anti-Israel, but it has spawned writers who are not afraid to set a more realistic tone. Biden, take heed. Op-ed.

Who was tougher on 'settlements' - Obama or Biden?

Bennett's outgoing party manager makes a claim that some believe history doesn't support.

Lapid to face competing pressures on Iran policy

Lapid must formulate Iran policy when he takes office this week, faces IDF support for Iran deal, Mossad opposition to it.

US Congress passes landmark gun legislation

First new gun measures in three decades to be sent to President Biden to be signed into law.

Biden ambassador pick for Brazil blasted for 'Jewish lobby' rant

Elizabeth Frawley Bagley gave 1998 interview in which she used antisemitic tropes to describe influence of "the Jewish factor" in politics.

Kamala Harris: 'They're stuck with her'

Despite declining popularity and constant rifts with her own party, Harris is seen by many as the 'heir apparent' to President Biden.

Op-ed:

The moral clarity of Nikki Haley

With Republicans lacking a vision for America to counter the disastrous Biden administration, her recent speech was rain in a desert.Op-ed.

Republicans in Congress condemn Biden for upgrading PA Unit

Sen. Bill Hagerty, Rep. Lee Zeldin, and 80s legislators release statement condemning Administration over PA Unit in Jerusalem.

Senior political source:

'We'll demolish terrorists' homes, but not before Biden visit'

Govt. source says current govt. building in Judea and Samaria at same rate as Netanyahu govt. despite Democratic administration.

Pompeo:

'Biden not doing enough to build on Abraham Accords'

Former Secretary of State says Biden administration is not taking “actual steps” to build relationships with Gulf nations.

Border Agents indicted for 'whipping migrants'

Even though they were cleared of any wrongdoing after pictures appeared to show agents whipping Haitian migrants, Biden forced the issue.

Secret talks on Iran:

'Biden administration doesn't have a Plan B'

Iran advisors came away from a 'secret meeting' with the Biden administration with the understanding that there is no other plan of action.

Biden assures senators:

'Sanctions on Iran will be ramped up if needed'

Biden administration officials assure senators the US would ramp up sanctions on Iran if needed.

Amb. Danon:

'Biden eager to appease the Iranians at any cost'

Israel's former UN ambassador says the Iranians are leveraging the fact that the US will 'do anything' to return to the nuclear deal.

Biden to arrive in Israel July 13

US President to visit Israel for 1st time since taking office next month after trip was delayed from this month.

How do I hate thee, Israel? Let me count the ways...

Shakespeare's 43rd sonnet paraphrased to describe rising antisemitism and the Biden administration's part in it. Op-ed

US inflation hit 40-year high in May

Biden administration faces backlash as inflation continues to soar.

Assistant Secretary of State to visit Israel, hold consultations

Assistant Secretary of State Barbara Leaf will travel to Israel for bilateral meetings with the Israeli government and the PA.

US to lift negative COVID test requirement for air travelers

Measure removed after determination it was no longer necessary in order to help ailing tourism industry.

Senator Bill Hagerty:

Biden admin trying to undermine US recognition of Jerusalem

Senator accuses Biden admin of attempting to go around official channels by establishing unofficial US consulate for PA in Jerusalem.

Report:

Israel rejected US proposal for summit with PA

Barak Ravid of Axios reports that Israel rejected proposal by Biden administration to hold high-level summit with PA officials.