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"Squad" member Ayanna Pressley attacks Israel in speech

Pressley accuses Israel of "police brutality and state-sanctioned violence" while making no mention of rockets from Hamas and other groups.

"Squad" member Ayanna Pressley attacks Israel in speech

UFO report expected in June: 'We're under siege'

Pentagon whistleblower warns of intelligence failure 'unheard of since 9/11.' Experts cite multiple encounters 'over dozens of years.'

UFO report expected in June: 'We're under siege'

Watch: Sen. Cruz can't help dozing off during Biden speech

Senator Cruz seen struggling to remain awake during Biden's first address to a joint congressional meeting.

Watch: Sen. Cruz can't help dozing off during Biden speech

Biden: America is on the move again

Biden in address to Congress: We will work closely with our allies to address the threats posed by Iran and North Korea.

Biden: America is on the move again

75% of House members back no conditions on aid to Israel

Vast majority of lawmakers in House of Representatives reject bid to impose conditions on aid to Israel.

75% of House members back no conditions on aid to Israel

Congress – Israel's most systematic and challenging ally

Congress has systematically supported Israel and bolstered US-Israel cooperation, expressing the view of most US citizens. And now? Op-ed.

Congress – Israel's most systematic and challenging ally

Pelosi speaks to Netanyahu

US House Speaker says she spoke to PM "to reaffirm the unbreakable bond between our nations".

Pelosi speaks to Netanyahu

Rabbinic group: Anti-Semitism now accepted in Congress

Organization representing over 1,500 rabbis calls for House Democrats to remove Ilhan Omar from position as vice chair of committee.

Rabbinic group: Anti-Semitism now accepted in Congress

After controversies, Rep Cawthorn meets with Jewish constituents

Freshman congressman who bragged about trying to convert Jews to Christianity and visited Hitler's vacation home meets with Jewish leaders.

After controversies, Rep Cawthorn meets with Jewish constituents

Bipartisan bill aims to join US and Israel in PTSD research

Jewish military veterans among Democrat and Republican lawmakers pushing bill to bring Israeli and US PTSD researchers together.

Bipartisan bill aims to join US and Israel in PTSD research

Congresswoman: Gaza rockets prepared me for Capital insurrection

Representative Kathy Manning North Carolina says she faced worse than the January 6 attack on the Capitol fleeing rockets in Sderot.

Congresswoman: Gaza rockets prepared me for Capital insurrection

Congresswoman blamed deadly fire on Rothschild Inc, space lasers

Newly-unearthed social media posts by Georgia congresswoman show she accused 'Zionist supremacists' of seeking to replace white Americans.

Congresswoman blamed deadly fire on Rothschild Inc, space lasers

US lawmakers approve waiver for Biden's Defense Secretary pick

Both chambers of Congress approve waiver to permit retired Gen. Lloyd Austin to serve as Secretary of Defense.

US lawmakers approve waiver for Biden's Defense Secretary pick

Congress to see Pentagon UFO research

The newest aid bill from Congress requires USA military to publicize UFO research.

Congress to see Pentagon UFO research

G-d is on our side, who is on theirs?

The first daily prayer in Congress invoked, for the first time in 200 years, a pagan deity alongside the Name of G-d.

G-d is on our side, who is on theirs?

Congress certifies 270 votes, Biden victory sealed

US lawmakers reconvene to certify Joe Biden's victory after session was interrupted by rioters who stormed the Capitol building.

Congress certifies 270 votes, Biden victory sealed

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Congress joint session to count, certify Electoral College votes

U.S. House of Representatives and Senate meet in joint session to tally results of Electoral College ballots for President and VP.

Congress joint session to count, certify Electoral College votes

New congresswoman vows to hold onto her Glock at Capitol Hill

Congresswoman from Rifle, Colorado announces plans to bring her handgun with her to Washington DC - drawing rebuke from local police chief.

New congresswoman vows to hold onto her Glock at Capitol Hill

Trump criticizes Congress over COVID relief bill

US President calls on both chambers to send a new bill with an increase in stimulus money for Americans.

Trump criticizes Congress over COVID relief bill

Congress reaches deal on COVID-19 relief package

Republicans and Democrats strike deal on a nearly $900 billion COVID-19 relief package.

Congress reaches deal on COVID-19 relief package

Republican lawmaker: Remove Tlaib from all committees

Rep. Guy Reschenthaler calls for removal of Rep. Rashida Tlaib from all committees due to her anti-Israel and anti-Semitic rhetoric.

Republican lawmaker: Remove Tlaib from all committees

Is the Sudan-Israel deal in jeopardy?

New York Times reports Sudan is demanding US Congress approve legislation protecting it from terror-related lawsuits by year's end.

Is the Sudan-Israel deal in jeopardy?

The Freedom Squad: 'Natural alliance based on love for America'

Fox News interviews newly-elected Rep congresswoman from NY, who says she and other refugees from Cuba elected to office will fight Dems.

The Freedom Squad: 'Natural alliance based on love for America'

Congress to consider bill to provide Israel with bunker busters

Bipartisan bill would allow sale of most powerful bombs in US arsenal to Israel in event Iran reaches nuclear breakout point.

Congress to consider bill to provide Israel with bunker busters

Overwhelming bipartisan support for Abraham Accords

91 senators and 372 house representatives have cosponsored two resolutions supporting the Abraham Accords between Israel, UAE and Bahrain

Overwhelming bipartisan support for Abraham Accords

'Israel must maintain a qualitative military edge'

US Rep. Brad Schneider: There's bipartisan consensus in Washington, Israel's security concerns are a top priority on Capitol Hill.

'Israel must maintain a qualitative military edge'

MK Yaalon briefs US Congress on recent peace deals

MK Yaalon briefs Congressional Israel Allies Caucus on security implications of recent peace deals and steps toward normalization.

MK Yaalon briefs US Congress on recent peace deals

Candidate Julie Hall, Air Force Colonel (ret.) who loves America

Julie Hall, contender for Congress in Massachusetts' 4th district is for law and order, decries antisemitism and admires Israel. Op-ed.

Candidate Julie Hall, Air Force Colonel (ret.) who loves America

Kimberly Klacik:

'My chances of winning congressional race get better every day'

Maryland congressional candidate Kimberly Klacik (R) discusses endorsement from President Trump and state of her Congress race.

'My chances of winning congressional race get better every day'

Congress blocked arms sales to Turkey for 2 years

Bipartisan group of congressmen block military deals with Turkish government after Turkey purchases Russian S-400 system.

Congress blocked arms sales to Turkey for 2 years

GOP congressman: Democrats falling for anti-Israel narrative

Republican congressman from Texas says Democratic party views world through lens of 'oppressor vs oppressed,' coloring views on Israel.

GOP congressman: Democrats falling for anti-Israel narrative

Trump vetoes Iran war powers resolution

Trump vetoes "insulting" resolution aimed at constraining his ability to take military action against Iran.

Trump vetoes Iran war powers resolution

Meet the former Israeli resident now running for Congress

Guido Weiss releases Hebrew political ad in the US, hoping to win over Israeli expats living in south Florida.

Meet the former Israeli resident now running for Congress

House passes coronavirus relief package

Two days after the Senate, the House of Representatives also passes historic $2 trillion coronavirus relief package.

House passes coronavirus relief package

Second US lawmaker tests positive for coronavirus

Rep. Ben McAdams of Utah says he tested positive for COVID-19 and is in self-quarantine.

Second US lawmaker tests positive for coronavirus

Florida congressman tests positive for coronavirus

Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart becomes first member of Congress to announce that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Florida congressman tests positive for coronavirus

Watch: Rep Kustoff recites Shema at DC National Prayer Breakfast

Jewish representative from Tennessee explains importance of famous Jewish prayer at event attended by President Trump.

Watch: Rep Kustoff recites Shema at DC National Prayer Breakfast

Articles of impeachment delivered to Senate

Articles of impeachment expected to be formally read to the Senate on Thursday, trial scheduled to open next Tuesday.

Articles of impeachment delivered to Senate

House to vote to limit Trump's ability to act against Iran

House to vote on resolution to limit Trump's ability to take military action against Iran without congressional authorization.

House to vote to limit Trump's ability to act against Iran

White House formally notifies Congress of Soleimani elimination

Pelosi says notification on elimination of top Iranian general "raises more questions than it answers".

White House formally notifies Congress of Soleimani elimination

Rabbi mentions Monsey attack in last Congress prayer of decade

Retired Navy chaplain calls on listeners to 'look ahead with hope, but with eyes wide open to prejudice, hatred and terror.'

Rabbi mentions Monsey attack in last Congress prayer of decade

Rep. Van Drew speaks out for first time after switching parties

Republican Rep. Jeff Van Drew speaks exclusively to 'Sunday Morning Futures' after leaving the Democratic Party.

Rep. Van Drew speaks out for first time after switching parties

Impeachment wrap — no bang for the buck

Impeachment wrap — no bang for the buck

House Dems release transcripts from impeachment depositions

The two witnesses were on the phone call between Trump and the Ukrainian president; Chad Pergram has the latest.

House Dems release transcripts from impeachment depositions

How’s Congressman Ted Deutch  on Israel?

How’s Congressman Ted Deutch  on Israel?

Congressmen call out Twitter for allowing Hamas and Hezbollah

Four House members pen letter to Twitter CEO expressing concern over tolerance for 'political wings' of Hamas, Hezbollah terror groups.

Congressmen call out Twitter for allowing Hamas and Hezbollah

Congress condemns withdrawal from Syria

House of Representatives passes measure opposing US withdrawal from northern Syria, abandonment of the Kurds.

Congress condemns withdrawal from Syria

'Good for Arabs to take advantage of 'miracle' Israeli economy'

Members of Congress speak on Capitol Hill of ‘untold story of hope and opportunity’ for Israelis and PA Arabs.

'Good for Arabs to take advantage of 'miracle' Israeli economy'

AOC and what the heck happened to America?

AOC and what the heck happened to America?

Only black Republican in US House won't seek reelection

Rep. Will Hurt looking to pursue other opportunities after three terms in Congress.

Only black Republican in US House won't seek reelection

'Palestinian state is not the solution'

Minister Elkin slams Congress' two-state stance in anti-BDS resolution. 'Palestinian state not the solution, but the root of the problem.'

'Palestinian state is not the solution'

Trump: Radical Democrats anti-America, anti-Israel, pro-terror

US President continues criticism of 4 radical freshmen Congresswomen despite controversy over recent tweets.

Trump: Radical Democrats anti-America, anti-Israel, pro-terror

Dershowitz: Impeaching Trump would put Congress above the law

Reaction from Harvard law professor emeritus Alan Dershowitz.

Dershowitz: Impeaching Trump would put Congress above the law

Will the US reinstate funding for 'peace dialogue?'

AIPAC and J Street support bipartisan effort to restore funds for Israeli-Palestinian peace dialogue.

Will the US reinstate funding for 'peace dialogue?'

Lawmakers launch bipartisan congressional black-Jewish caucus

Black and Jewish lawmakers from both parties team up to form black-Jewish caucus to promote hate crime laws and battle white supremacy.

Lawmakers launch bipartisan congressional black-Jewish caucus

PA calls on Congress to pressure Trump

PA cabinet leader urges Congress members to pressure President Trump to change his policy toward the PA.

PA calls on Congress to pressure Trump

Congress members urge Trump: Safeguard Israel’s interests

Nearly 400 members of Congress sign letter calling on Trump to safeguard Israel’s interests with Syria’s civil war coming to an end.

Congress members urge Trump: Safeguard Israel’s interests

Pro-BDS imam who compared Israel to Nazis invited to Congress

Democratic-led House of Representatives invites Imam who compared Israel to Nazi Germany, called for 3rd intifada to deliver opening prayer.

Pro-BDS imam who compared Israel to Nazis invited to Congress

Anti-Israel legislation submitted to US Congress

Legislation proposed by Democratic Rep. Betty McCollum would prohibit US funding to IDF over detention of children.

Anti-Israel legislation submitted to US Congress

Congress members call for Israelis to have easier entry into US

Congress members push to allow Israel full participation in program allowing expedited entry for 'pre-approved, low-risk travelers.'

Congress members call for Israelis to have easier entry into US