Republican Party

Omar on past statements:

'I didn't realize my words were trafficking in antisemitism'

Rep. Ilhan Omar claims she apologized for controversial remarks and owned up to them.

McCarthy's bid to block Omar from House committee hits snag

Several Republicans say they will not vote for House Speaker's proposal to block Rep. Omar from sitting on the Foreign Affairs Committee.

RNC to vote on resolution condemning antisemitism

Republican National Committee measure also denounces ‘antisemitic elements that seek to infiltrate’ the GOP.

US lawmakers to UN:

'Remove rapporteur who made antisemitic comments'

Group of US lawmakers call for removal of UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, after antisemitic posts of hers were uncovered.

Kent County, Michigan:

GOP HQ defaced with swastikas and white supremacist graffiti

Graffiti on Republican Party building includes antisemitic and white supremacist symbols and cross-hairs.

Ex-roommate:

George Santos used fake Jewish name on GoFundMe page

Santos used name Zebrowski because he claimed that ‘Jews give more,' according to ex-roommate.

Republican lawmaker:

'Santos will be removed from Congress if he broke the law'

Rep. James Comer: George Santos is a bad guy but it's not up to me to determine whether he can be kicked out for lying.

US bill would sanction financial backers of Hamas

The Hamas International Financing Prevention Act was passed by the previous Congress but later removed by the Senate.

Republicans want more info on Biden classified documents

House Republicans demand all information on searches that uncovered classified documents at Biden's home and former office.

Long Island Republicans call on George Santos to resign

Republican Party officials say recently elected congressman who lied repeatedly about having Jewish heritage must quit.

The deadlock continues:

McCarthy loses 11th vote for House Speaker

The speakership race is headed to a 12th ballot, tying it for the fifth-longest speaker selection process.

House remains deadlocked on new speaker

US House of Representatives holds three more votes in attempt to elect speaker, without success.

On the wrong side of history:

Rep. McCarthy fails three times to be elected House Speaker

Rep. Kevin McCarthy fails to win 218 votes in order to become House Speaker. A fourth vote is expected later on Tuesday.

NY Congressman-elect probed after fabricating his resume

New York Congressman-elect George Santos has also come under fire for falsely claiming he has Jewish heritage.

Republican candidate loses lawsuit over defeat in Arizona

Judge rejects Kari Lake’s challenge of her defeat in the Arizona governor’s race to Democrat Katie Hobbs.

Mitch McConnell blames Trump for midterm disappointment

Senate Minority Leader says Republicans had a "candidate quality issue" which led to their failure to win a Senate majority.

Kevin McCarthy to be challenged by Andy Biggs for House speaker

Longshot challenge by Arizona rep. seen as a way to force another candidate to come forward to replace McCarthy as speaker.

Lee Zeldin assumes Jewish GOP leadership role

Jewish Republican who unsuccessfully ran for NY Governor will not seek to be head of Republican National Committee.

House Republican condemns Trump’s call to suspend Constitution

Rep. Mike Turner: I vehemently disagree with the statement that Trump has made.

Trump reiterates:

'I had no idea what Nick Fuentes' views were'

Former President blasts McConnell: Mitch is a loser for our nation and for the Republican Party.

Mitch McConnell:

'There is no room in the Republican Party for antisemitism'

Senate Minority Leader says anyone meeting with antisemites is "highly unlikely to be elected president of the United States."

Republicans criticize Trump's meeting with white nationalist

Former President continuing to face backlash over his meeting with Nick Fuentes.

McCarthy's bid to become House speaker hits roadblock

At least 5 GOP House reps. opposing Minority Leader as speaker which would make all the difference with only slim Republican majority.

Alaska:

Lisa Murkowski wins reelection, defeating Trump-backed rival

Also in Alaska, Democrat Mary Peltola wins congressional seat, defeating Sarah Palin for a second time.

Republican Arizona gubernatorial candidate won't concede race

Republican Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake raises concerns over election process after loss to Katie Hobbs.

House Republicans:

Joe Biden involved in Hunter’s overseas business affairs

Two GOP lawmakers launch investigation into president's ties to son's overseas business, citing whistleblower evidence.

A shot at Trump?

Pompeo: We need more seriousness and not victimhood

Former Secretary of State on Twitter: We need leaders who are looking forward, not staring in the rearview mirror claiming victimhood.

Republicans win control of House of Representatives

Republican Party gains majority in the House of Representatives, allowing it to stop Joe Biden’s legislation.

Republicans closer to majority in House of Representatives

AP projects Rep. Ken Calvert will win in California's 41st congressional district, giving the party 217 seats.

Democrat Katie Hobbs elected as Arizona governor

Hobbs defeats former television news anchor Kari Lake, who was endorsed by Trump.

McCarthy officially announces bid for House Speaker

Kevin McCarthy sends letter to House Republicans, asks them for support in his bid for Speaker.

Trump warns DeSantis against running for President

Former US President: I think DeSantis would be making a mistake if he seeks the GOP nomination in 2024 election.

Israel's GOP chairman:

Obama is the real boss in the White House

Chairman of Israel's Republican Party says he's looking for change in both houses of Congress as Americans head for the polls.

Pelosi:

'The attack on Paul will impact my decision on retiring'

US House Speaker criticizes the way some Republicans responded to the attack on her husband: Some of them make a joke of it.

Republican Minority Leader:

'We will investigate Biden if we take the House'

Republican Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy leaves door open for possible impeachment of Biden.

Ruth Lieberman:

Jewish voters favoring family values shifting to GOP in midterms

Strategic Consultant Ruth Lieberman gives an explanation of the midterm elections and a prediction for the 2024 US presidential election.

Poll forecasts Republican takeover of House in midterms

New CBS News Battleground Tracker poll predicts Republican takeover of the House of Representatives in November 8 midterms.

Pennsylvania candidate's wife:

'We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do'

Wife of candidate for Governor Doug Mastriano tells Israeli reporter: We probably love Israel more than a lot of Jews do.

US elections: McCarthy can’t let the fringe intimidate him on Ukraine

Rep. Kevin McCarthy, likely next Speaker of the House, could be hindering the party he hopes to lead by his views on helping Ukraine. Op-ed.

House GOP unveils ‘Commitment to America’ ahead of midterms

Plan lays out Republican agenda if party retakes House in November.

Republicans opposed to pardoning January 6 rioters

Trump recently said he would issue full pardons and a government apology to rioters who stormed the US Capitol.

Republican mega-donor cutting back contributions

Miriam Adelson, widow of the Republican party's largest donor, has significantly reduced her donations to the party.

'Vile and offensive'

Republican Rep. compares Biden speech to Hitler speech

Georgia Republican under fire from Jewish groups after tweet which includes doctored video of Biden speech that likens him to Nazi leader.

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 denounces 'sickening' attacks on FBI

US President denounces Republican attacks on FBI following raid on Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

Republican lawmaker:

'The FBI confiscated my cell phone'

Rep. Scott Perry, who was subpoenaed by Jan. 6 committee, says the three FBI agents approached him while he was traveling with his family.

Dick Cheney brands Trump a 'coward' in TV ad

Former Vice President blasts former President Trump in new video campaign ad for his daughter, Liz Cheney.

Tragedy in the US:

Republican congresswoman killed in crash in Indiana

Rep. Jackie Walorski dies in crash in Elkhart County, Indiana, along with three other people.

Eric Schmitt wins Republican primary in Missouri

Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt defeats former Gov. Eric Greitens and 19 others in Republican primary for US Senate.

Israeli American Shiry Sapir expected to win Arizona primary

An interview with an Israeli dynamo who kows what counts in education. Op-ed.

Republican House candidate’s signs vandalized with swastikas

Multiple campaign signs belonging to Trump-endorsed Wisconsin GOP House candidate Derrick Van Orden defaced with swastikas.

Trump set to lose Republican legal funding if he runs in 2024

RNC will stop paying Trump’s legal bills if he runs in 2024 to stay neutral in the primaries.

Republican Jewish group warns of 'dangerous' candidate for gov.

Republican Jews call on Doug Mastriano, GOP candidate for Penn. governor, to stop using Gab.

Biden blasted for blaming bad economy on Republicans

Presidential tweet blaming economic woes on the GOP met with backlash from Republican lawmakers and commentators.

Democrats and Republicans finally agree on something

Polls finds supporters of both parties agree country is headed in the wrong direction, with blame placed squarely on President Biden.

Red Shift?

1 million Democrats have become Republicans in past year

College-educated suburbanites fueling 'red shift' - switching from Democrat to Republican over past year.

Senate passes federal gun safety legislation

Senate approves bipartisan bill to address gun violence that amounts to the first major federal gun safety legislation in decades.

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.

Texas Republican platform 'prohibits' Palestinian state

Texas Republican Party approves platform that supports the “prohibition” of a Palestinian state in lands that Israel now controls.

Pro-Israel candidate loses GOP primary in Nevada

Head of campus pro-Israel group loses Republican Congressional primary in Nevada.