Congress

New York Jewry protests anti-Israel UN Resolutions

New York rabbis organize rally outside UN to call on Congress to cut funding to Israel-obsessed organization.

US government agency to investigate UNRWA terror ties

US Government Accountability Office to investigate UNRWA incitement in schools and ties to terrorism following request by US senator

Congressmen urge Trump: Move the embassy to Jerusalem swiftly

More than 100 Congress members urge President-elect to relocate the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem as soon as he takes office.

Erekat blasts Congress for condemning UN

PLO Secretary General Saeb Erekat blasts Congress after it voted to condemn UN Security Council Resolution 2334.

Netanyahu thanks US Congress for opposition to UN resolution

'Congressional vote against UN resolution reflects tremendous support Israel enjoys among American people'.

Percentage of Jews in Congress sees slight rise to 5.6 in 2017

The number of Jewish lawmakers increased in the newly elected Congress.

Republicans seek to disapprove 'anti-settlement' resolution

Two Republican lawmakers in both chambers to introduce resolutions formally disapproving UN Resolution 2334 which condemned Israel.

Gingrich to Congress: Condemn Obama over anti-Israel resolution

Former House speaker urges Congress to condemn Obama for allowing anti-Israel resolution to pass the UN Security Council.

Renewal of Iran sanctions becomes law without Obama signature

Iran Sanctions Act becomes law as President Obama refuses to sign despite passage by overwhelming majorities in Congress.

Congress demands that Obama veto anti-Israel resolutions

U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation urging Obama to oppose anti-Israel resolutions at the UN.

Report: MOU's restrictions on Israel may be unconstitutional

Bipartisan group of congressmen claims the new Memorandum of Understanding is unconstitutional for preventing Israel from seeking more aid.

Making America good

Jewish Congress members denounce UNESCO resolution

Group of Jewish American lawmakers strongly condemn UNESCO resolution denying the Jewish connection to Jerusalem.

Swastika attack targets Indian-American Congress candidate

Swastikas painted outside the home of an Indian-American candidate for Congress with a Jewish-sounding surname.

Saudi Arabia: 9/11 bill could have 'disastrous consequences'

Saudi Arabia warns against United States law allowing 9/11 victims to sue the kingdom, after Congress overrides Obama's veto.

Obama blasts Congress for overriding veto of 9/11 bill

President Obama says Congress move to override his veto of 9/11 bill was political.

Congress rejects Obama's veto of 9/11 bill

For the first time in Obama's tenure, Congress overwhelmingly rejects his veto of a bill. 9/11 victims will now be permitted to sue Saudis.

'Barak wants to remind us of his existence'

Tourism Minister Yariv Levin isn't impressed by former Defense Minister's opposition to aid agreement.

FBI to Congress: Obtain approval before publishing Clinton docs

FBI clarifies it expects Congress to obtain approval before releasing any of documents that were turned over in Clinton email saga.

FBI sends Congress a report on Clinton emails

FBI sends to Congress a report it provided to the Justice Department to explain why it recommended no charges in Clinton private emails.

Wasserman-Schultz and challenger compete to be more pro-Israel

In Florida congressional race, incumbent Debbie Wasserman-Schultz pits pro-Israel credentials against those of challenger Tim Canova.

Obama: 'I'm President, and I have the better argument'

Defying popular opinion in his party, Obama thinks America needs to join Trans-Pacific Partnership - or be swept under the global economy.

White supremacist David Duke planning congressional bid

White supremacist leader David Duke is gearing up to run for Congress.

Congress calls on Germany to up aid for Holocaust survivors

US House of Representatives overwhelmingly backs resolution calling on Germany to increase aid to Holocaust survivors.

Congress urges Obama to increase military aid to Israel

Resolution 729 calls to expedite completion of new, long-term Memorandum of Understanding on US military aid to Israel.

Congress asks Germany for more funding for Holocaust survivors

US Congress calls on German government to provide additional aid to aging Holocaust survivors.

Islamic radicalization fuels 'dire' threat to Jews in Europe

Congressional commission hears testimony on how Islamic radicalization in Europe has ramped up risk for Jewish communities.

Elder care bill includes directive to assist Holocaust survivors

New provision in bill funding assistance for the elderly directs the federal government to assist Holocaust survivors.

Ethics complaint against Rep. Alan Grayson remains open

Congressional ethics committee keeping open its review of Rep. Alan Grayson over allegations he ran a hedge fund while in office.

Interview

Deal or no deal, Congress can still lead the fight against Iran

Congressman Lee Zeldin warns Iran agreement was never actually signed - so it's up to Congress to offset Obama's naive detente with Tehran.

US bill to expand law on monitoring travel in and out of Iran

US Congress members introduce bill to expand monitoring of travel to and from Iran.

Report: Congress delaying aid to PA

PA says Congress members are delaying $159 million in aid in an effort to pressure the PA to relaunch negotiations with Israel.

Congress moves to 'boost Israel ties, hammer BDS'

New resolution to be raised Wednesday demands Obama invest in Israeli technologies, in a slap in the face to boycott movement.

US to demand visas for some Muslim EU citizens

Congress passes deal to screen Muslims with dual nationalities from Iran, Iraq, Sudan, and Syria; EU threatens repercussions.

Congressional report suggests Bergdahl swap was 'illegal'

New congressional report says prisoner swap for Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl may have violated several laws.

Gaping holes in US Secret Service security

Congressional report reveals multiple incidents between 2011 and 2015, blames poor management and budgetary cuts.

House passes unanimous resolution against Palestinian incitement

House resolution 293 condemns Abbas for inciting violence against Jews, Israelis - with unanimous and bipartisan support.

Jewish Members of Congress condemn 'offensive' UNESCO vote

Jewish-American legislators issue bipartisan condemnation of vote blaming Israel for violence, listing Jewish holy sites as 'Muslim.'

Democrats Offer Plan to Track Iran's Nuclear Compliance

Senate Democrats suggest plan that helps prevent Tehran from cheating in nuclear agreement and boosts security for Israel.

At Congress Pope Praises Obama Over Cuba, Iran

Pope Francis praises 'courage and daring' in rapprochement with despotic regimes, days after Cuba visit in which activists were repressed.

Democrats Block Iran Deal Legislation for a Third Time

Senate Democrats block legislation meant to kill the Iran nuclear deal, ensuring Congress won't disapprove it at all.

NYT Forced to Retract Article with Anti-Semitic Implications

Article linking Congressmens' political stance on Iran to Jewish heritage revised after uproar.

Could Congress Sue Obama Over Iran Sanctions Relief?

Obama failed to uphold critical laws regarding full disclosure in the Iran deal, legal expert notes - making a Congressional vote moot.

House Passes Resolution to Restart Iran Deal Review

After Senate move to block deal fails, House calls to restart review, accusing Obama of breaching Review Act with secret side deals.

Obama: Vote on Iran Deal a 'Victory for Diplomacy'

President hails Congressional vote allowing deal with Iran to go ahead.

Democrats Bury Republican Bid to Block Iran Deal

Senate votes 58-42 to end a debate on a resolution disapproving the Iran deal, handing Obama a victory.

European Powers Urge US to Accept Iran Deal

British PM David Cameron, German PM Angela Merkel, and French President Francois Hollande insist nuclear deal is for the greater good.

US Senate to Vote on Iran Deal Thursday

Vote to be held at 3:45 pm EST; Republicans lash back ahead of expected Democratic victory.

New Phone App Helps Warn Senators of Iran's Murderous Intentions

New app lets US constituents demand their representatives prevent terror money from reaching Iran.

Washington Democrat Becomes 42nd Senator to Back Iran Deal

Senator Maria Cantwell announces she will support the Iran deal, becoming the 42nd senator to do so.

Lapid on Congress Support for Iran Deal: It's Netanyahu's Fault

Yesh Atid chairman says all of Netanyahu's theories "crashed" after 41 Senators support Iran deal. Likud: Lapid doesn't get it.

Congress Begins Discussing Iran Deal After Obama Secures Support

Congress begins tense deliberations on Iran nuclear deal, after Obama gains sufficient Senate support for the accord.

Top Democrat to Oppose Iran Nuclear Deal

Senator Ben Cardin, the top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, officially announces he will oppose the Iran deal.

House of Representatives to Vote on Iran Deal Next Week

Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy says the House will vote next week on a resolution disapproving the Iran deal.

White House 'Encouraged' by Support for Iran Deal

White House welcomes support in the Senate for Iran agreement, says it will keep working with lawmakers to more backing.

Obama Clinches Congress Support for Iran Deal

Maryland Senator becomes latest member of congress to back White House, granting Obama the votes he needs to veto opposition.

Kerry to Stress Commitment to Israel in Letter to Congress

Officials say Kerry will send a letter to Congress members in which he will stress the commitment to Israel and Gulf States.

Two More Democrats Support Iran Deal, Obama Needs One More

Senators Chris Coons and Bob Casey become the 32nd and 33rd Democrats in the Senate to announce support for Iran nuclear deal.

Race to Congress: Support for Iran Deal Climbs to 30

Delaware's Tom Carper insists Iran deal lessens nuclear threat in official support announcement. Could he tip Congress toward a 'yes' vote?

Samantha Power: US will be Isolated if it Rejects Iran Deal

UN envoy warns Congress against projecting an image of a 'divided America', claims 'no' vote would isolate the US from world stage.