Congress

Religious groups: Stop weaponizing anti-Semitism

20 religious groups call on Congress to ‘stop weaponizing anti-Semitism,’ slam ‘cynical’ political rhetoric.

Liberal complacency with Democratic antisemitism

Watch: Congressman compares Democrats to Nazis

Republican Congressman Mo Brooks accuses Democrats of using Nazi-like 'big lie' tactics to push Trump-Russia collusion narrative.

US aid to Israel included in 2020 budget

Despite cuts elsewhere, US military aid for Israel included in 2020 fiscal plan sent by the White House to Congress.

House majority whip walks back defense of Rep Omar

Jim Clyburn had suggested that Omar had a 'more personal' relationship to suffering than children of Holocaust survivors.

AIPAC: Charges of dual loyalty are anti-Semitic

AIPAC issues statement after House approves measure broadly condemning anti-Semitism, says US-Israel alliance is a national interest.

If there is silence, Jew and Israel hatred grows with amazing speed

Ocasio-Cortez defends Ilhan Omar amid anti-Semitism allegations

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes lawmakers for 'calling out' Ilhan Omar over recent string of allegedly anti-Semitic comments.

Watch: Michael Cohen testifies before Congress

Michael Cohen, President Trump's former lawyer, testifies before congressional committee.

Former lawyer calls Trump a 'racist' and a 'con-man'

Michael Cohen, former personal attorney to President Trump, delivers testimony to Congress against the president.

Evangelical leader looks to oust 'pro-Hamas' Ilhan Omar

Thousands sign petition calling for removal of Minnesota Democrat. "She's Hamas' representative in the US Congress."

'Ilhan Omar is waging an unholy war against the Jewish people'

Evangelical Christian leader launches campaign to demand Congresswoman Omar's resignation over anti-Semitism. "The Jews don't stand alone."

Why did Republicans oppose their own bill on anti-Semitism?

House Republicans proposed measure against anti-Semitism, voted for it - then voted against it.

Ex-Klansman David Duke backs Ilhan Omar in anti-Semitism scandal

Holocaust denier and former KKK leader David Duke offers support for Ilhan Omar, demands Israel pay for Trump's border wall.

Chelsea Clinton slams Ilhan Omar for peddling anti-Semitism

Democratic congresswoman mocks senior Republican lawmaker who vowed 'action' against her over her anti-Israel positions.

Watch: Democratic congresswoman ducks questions on BDS support

Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar dodges CNN reporter's question regarding her support for anti-Israel boycott.

Congresswoman accused of anti-Semitism after bashing Israel

Democratic freshman congresswoman Ilhan Omar accused of anti-Semitism for 'chuckling' at talk of Israeli democracy, compares Israel to Iran.

Not your father's Democrats

Rubio reintroduces pro-Israel legislation

Florida Republican Senator reintroduces pro-Israel legislation that did not get passed in the last Congress.

New Congress thanks G-d, and Allah

Legislation named for Elie Wiesel aims to stop genocides

Congress passes legislation named for the late Elie Wiesel that aims to improve the US response to emerging or potential genocides.

US congresswoman to wear 'Palestinian gown' at swearing in

Rashida Tlaib announces plans to wear a “traditional Palestinian gown” when she is sworn into Congress next month.

Ocasio-Cortez claims Jewish ancestry

Democratic Congresswoman-elect Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez claims her family is descended from Sephardic Jews forced to convert to Catholicism.

Rashida Tlaib to lead congressional trip to Judea and Samaria

Muslim congresswoman-elect from Michigan announces plans to lead trip of lawmakers to Palestinian Authority.

Former Trump lawyer: I lied to Congress

Michael Cohen pleads guilty to charge of perjuring himself in testimony to Congress about Russia real estate project.

Watch: City of David proves Jerusalem is Jewish

Congresswoman Illeana Ros-Lehtinen says in US House the archaeological site of Biblical Jerusalem prove UNESCO wrong on Jerusalem.

The Ryan House will not be missed

A bipartisan opportunity for Congress?

The midterm elections exposed deep divides in American society along racial, gender and geographical lines. Can the parties get above them?

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?

The only apology Trump deserves is our vote

Why most US Jews could vote Republican in the 2026 midterm elections

The critical November 2018 mid-term US election

Meet the Jewish military veterans running for Congress

Service is a hard habit to break, and once you’re done with the military, elected office is an attractive option.

Leftists crash moment of silence for synagogue attack victims

Watch: Left-wing protesters interrupt moment of silence held at campaign event in honor of 11 victims of synagogue massacre.

Florida congresswoman honored in Israel on eve of retirement

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen honored during trip with Israel on eve of retirement from House of Representatives.

Pro-Israel Congress members push bill for investment in PA

Bipartisan bill would invest US funds in the Palestinian Authority.

Supporters of Jewish NJ candidate targeted in new vandalism wave

For the third time, home of supporters of Jewish congressional candidate in New Jersey targeted by anti-Semitic vandals.

Swastika painted on home of Jewish congressman's supporters

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

'Jerusalem, Israel' to be written in US passports?

Members of Congress request US Pres. Trump order State Dep't to write 'Jerusalem, Israel,' in passports of US citizens born in Jerusalem.

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.

House passes bill upgrading anti-Semitism envoy to ambassador

US House of Representatives passes bill upgrading envoy monitoring, combating anti-Semitism to ambassador-level.

Boro Park and Five Towns have their own anti-Israel candidates

Don’t blame Ocasio-Cortez – blame her schooling

Good news? First Muslim woman set for US Congress

Democratic group pans candidate’s pledge to slash Israel aid

Jewish Democratic Council of America criticizes Michigan congressional candidate Rashida Tlaib for statement of aid to Israel

Trump endorses Jewish congressional encumbent

US Pres tweets support for Jewish Tennessee Congressman David Kustoff amid challenge from self-proclaimed 'Christain-conservative' opponent.

Congressional Committee

Time has come to recognize Israeli sovereignty on Golan Heights

Rep. Ron DeSantis: "It's just crazy Us hasn't recognized Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights" as former Amb Dore Gold addresses committee

Did Trump cut funding to the Palestinian Authority?

Nine Democratic members of Congress claim US has frozen all funding to Palestinian Authority, insist Trump release funds, clarify status.

Muslim candidate for Congress calls Israel ‘apartheid regime’

Minnesota Democratic Congressional candidate Ilhan Omar accuses Israel of 'hypnotizing the world.'

White House: North Korea still an 'extraordinary threat'

White House informs Congress that North Korea remains an “unusual and extraordinary threat” and thus sanctions should be kept in place.

US stands with the Golan

Plan advanced in congress seeks further US recognition of Israeli sovereignty in Golan, application of US-Israel trade agreements there.

Congress passes 'right to try' bill

US House passes bill allowing terminally ill patients to try experimental drugs.

Will US recognize Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights?

Congress set to consider proposal to recognize Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights, ending decades of refusal to accept 1981 annexation.

Lapid:

'Netanyahu's identification with Republican party is dangerous'

Yesh Atid chief slams Israeli government for allegedly allying itself with Republican party. 'We could have a big problem in 2020.'

Adelson gives $30 million to defend GOP majorities in Congress

American Jewish billionaire and pro-Israel philanthropist who donated to Trump campaign gives $30 million ahead of 2018 midterm elections.

Macron: Iran will not get nuclear weapons

French Pres. tells Congress France wants to maintain Iran nuclear deal, but will work to fix holes in agreement, address Iranian aggression.

House Speaker Ryan to step down

House Speaker Paul Ryan announces he will not seek another term in Congress.

Far from his grandfather's legacy

A grandson of Munich massacre mastermind is running for US Congress - and emphasizing that he condemns terror.

Holocaust denier becomes Republican candidate for Congress

Art Jones becomes Republican party nominee for a United States Congressional seat representing portions of Chicago and neighboring suburbs.

US Congress: Al Jazeera is a foreign agent

Members of Congress demand Al Jazeera be investigated as a foreign agent. 'Americans deserve to know if the news they consume is impartial.'