US Congress

The Democrats' 'anti-hate' resolution is the ultimate insult

Dems have their own country – and it is not America

Elliott Abrams and Ilhan Omar clash in Congress

Son of Jewish immigration lawyer and refugee from Somalia agree protecting human rights is American interest.

Longest-serving congressman in US history dead at 92

John Dingell, a Michigan Democrat, served a record 59 consecutive years in the US House of Representatives.

Congressman trying to nix Democrat's Palestinian Authority visit

Republican congressman from Texas pressing Democratic leaders to block Arab-American congresswoman from holding anti-AIPAC trip to PA.

Rep Ilhan Omar appointed to House Foreign Affairs Committee

BDS-supporting rep who accused Israel of 'evil doings' announces excitement at appointment to cmte that 'oversees all foreign assistance.'

Congressional Democrat defends accusing Israel of 'evil doings'

Rep. Ilhan Omar justifies 2012 comments accusing Israel of 'evil doings' and 'hypnotizing the world.'

House okays raising level of anti-Semitism envoy to ambassador

House passes bill putting 90-day deadline on president to nominate special envoy to combat anti-Semitism.

Muslim Congresswoman: 'We're going to impeach the @#$%'

Muslim Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib delivers profanity-laced tirade after taking office.

It's Official: Nancy Pelosi is back as House Speaker

San Francisco Democrat elected to lead House of Representatives as 116th Congress is sworn in.

Wake up to the infiltration of Radical Islamsts in elected positions

Muslim woman elected to US Congress wraps in 'Palestinian' flag

Rashida Tlaib marks election victory with PLO flag, not Stars and Stripes.

ANALYSIS: All bets are off in midterms as turnout surges

As American voters head to the polls, who has the edge in the battle for Congress - and just how much faith can we put in polls?

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?

Democrats' 'blue wave' could be a ripple

Watch: CNN anchor confronts Neo-Nazi congressional candidate

CNN's Alisyn Camerota challenges Illinois Congressional GOP Candidate Arthur Jones in heated interview.

Congress to recognize centenary of Balfour Declaration

Bipartisan Senate resolution calls for recognition of 100th anniversary of signing of Balfour Declaration, affirms US support for Israel.

US House Committee approves anti-Hezbollah sanctions

The U.S. House of Representatives Foreign Relations Committee passed two bills Thursday that tighten sanctions on Hezbollah.

Congressional Democrats call for two-state solution

187 of 193 House Democrats sign J Street letter calling for establishment of Palestinian state. Letter to be shown at AIPAC conference.

Jewish leaders visit Capital Hill on first day of 115th Congress

American Jewish leaders meet Congressmen and Senators on first day of new Congress.

US lawmakers weigh in on Kerry speech

US Congressmen and Senators respond to Secretary Kerry's speech. Republicans blast speech while Democrats remain disappointed in UN vote.

Trump must confirm Bush-Congress commitments To Israel.

Meet Brian Mast: Staunch Israel supporter running for congress

Brian Mast, a former IDF volunteer, lost both his legs in Afghanistan, but that isn't stopping him from running for congress in Florida.

Watch: Our soldiers speak

Arutz Sheva interviews Our Soldiers Speak, a new initiative to give actively serving IDF and police servicemen a voice to the world.

Bill calls for closing PLO delegation in Washington, DC

Congress considers bills to shut down Palestinian diplomatic base in US, should Palestinians carry out threats to take Israel to the Hague.

Dick Cheney Blasts Iran Nuclear Deal as 'Madness'

It would take a nuclear-armed Iran only 'one day' to kill six million Jews, former US Vice President says in speech slamming the accord.

Obama Wins Enough Support to Thwart Vote on Iran Deal

US President secures 41 Senate votes, preventing a need for him to use presidential veto against anti-Iran deal resolution.

Iran Hopes 'Warmongers' Won't Sway US Congress

Iran's Foreign Minister asserts that if Congress ignores 'propaganda,' nuclear deal will face no impediments in the United States.

US Democrat to Propose War Authorization Against Iran

Alcee Hastings (D-FL) not only opposes Iran deal, he wants approval for military action against Islamic Republic.

Obama Will Veto New Bipartisan Legislation on Iran Deal

White House National Security Council condemns new legislation, states openly President Barack Obama will use executive powers to veto it.

Senators May Boycott Netanyahu's Congress Speech

A group of Democratic Senators consider boycotting Netanyahu's speech in protest of Boehner's 'disregard for US protocol.'

Kerry, Boehner: Netanyahu's Invitation Not a Ploy

US Secretary of State, House speaker welcome Netanyahu's invitation to speak to Congress despite White House's acerbic response.

White House Cold Over Netanyahu Address to Congress

White House says PM's address to Congress 'departs from protocol' after it says Israel has not given advance notice of the invitation.

Netanyahu Invited to Address Congress

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to address joint session in February, House Speaker John Boehner announces.

Alinskyites or Patriots?

Arutz Sheva exclusive

'Hamas Must Be Rooted Out and Destroyed'

NY Congressional candidate Bruce Blakeman tells Arutz Sheva Obama's administration is 'far-left,' vows to 'fight for Israel' in Congress.

The US Administration’s Fuzzy Foreign Policy

Former Israeli Ambassador to Congress: Ban Academic Boycotts

Michael Oren, former Israeli ambassador to the US, calls on Congress to outlaw academic boycotts against Israel.

‘Settlers’ Answer Kerry – in Washington

The ‘Samaria Foreign Ministry’ meets with U.S. leaders. Congressman: Time to do away with the nonsense about ’67 borders.’

Report: U.S. Talks Peace, But Aids Incitement

NGO Monitor tells U.S. Congress that while leaders talk peace, American money is being used to fund hate.

Obama Calls for Replacing Sequester with Balanced Approach

With severe spending cuts now etched into law, US President Barack Obama urged Congress Saturday to find a deficit-trimming alternative.

NY Rep: Keep Lebanese Terrorist in French Prison

A Congress member from New York is spearheading a campaign to ensure that a terrorist remains in a French jail.

With New Laws, Obama Calls on Congress to Reduce Gun Violence

Obama urged Congress to pass measures aimed at reducing gun violence, while reaffirming his commitment to the right to bear arms.

US Approves $9.7 Billion in Aid for Sandy Victims

After a delay that sparked outrage from East Coast Republicans, Congress finally approved aid for Hurricane Sandy victims.

US Congressmen Call to Protect Right to Circumcise

20 Congressmen express ‘deep concern’ over threat to circumcision in Germany, call to protect religious circumcision by law.

Iron Dome Defenses Increasing by 2013

Two more Iron Dome anti-missile defense systems are to be delivered to Israel by early next year, IDF sources said.

U.S. Congresswoman Helps Holocaust Survivors Seek Justice

A decade after the Holocaust, a U.S. Congresswoman has introduced a bill that would enable Holocaust survivors to sue insurance companies.

US Lawmakers to Probe Underwear Bomb Leaks

Lawmakers from both US parties say leaks about a dramatic CIA operation thwarting an Al-Queda plot demand an investigation.

US Congress Votes to Tighten Security Ties with Israel

In a nearly unanimous bipartisan vote, the U.S. Congress decided Wednesday to tighten security ties with Israel.

GOP Backing $680M for Iron Dome

Republicans are pushing for a large military aid allotment for Israel's Iron Dome system due to Obama's refusal to name a figure

Israel May Use ‘Financial Retaliation’ against PA

Israel may freeze tax revenues for the Palestinian Authority in retaliation for its pushing the UN to investigate “settlements."

Wikipedia to 'Go Dark' in Protest of US Legislation

Wikipedia's English-language sites will shut down for 24 hours on Wednesday to protest "destructive legislation" in Congress.

Ashton Vows Aid for PA Amid US Cuts

EU foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton vowed to keep Ramallah on the dole as the US Congress blocks $200 million in aid payments.

US Losing Faith in Government

Gallup Polls Show Historic Drop in US Public Trust of Government

A series of Gallup polls discloses an alarming loss of confidence in the US government.

Walsh Preparing Resolution Backing Israeli Annexation

US Congressman Joe Walsh (R-Ill) is preparing a resolution backing Israeli annexation of Judea and Samaria.

US Congress Opposes PA Statehood Bid

The US House of Representatives voted 407-6 to back the suspension of funds to the PA if it pursues its statehood bid at the UN in September.

US Congress Approves Jewish Chaplains Memorial at Arlington

The US Congress approved a resolution to establish a Jewish Chaplains memorial at Arlington National Cemetery; resolution moves on to Senate.

PA: Bibi More Popular Than Washington, Lincoln!

PA says Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu reception in the US Congress shows America's bias; Bibi more popular than Washington and Lincoln!