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Jewish Dem. Rep.'s censure of Israel based on false info
Andy Levin, US Dem. Rep. (MI) slams Israel on recent trip for 'denying water to Palestinians' and praises Palestinian resilience.

Bloomberg 'actively preparing' presidential run
Former New York City mayor reportedly planning to designate himself as Democratic candidate in Alabama.

We don’t mind corrupt politicians, if they’re one of us

Democrats record achievements in Virginia and Kentucky
Democratic Party wins control of the Virginia General Assembly. Meanwhile, its candidate wins the race for Kentucky Governor.

Young Israel: Biden is right on using aid to Israel as leverage
National Council of Young Israel praises former VP for criticizing those who suggested that aid to Israel be used as leverage.

Tucker: Beto wasn't as good at running for pres. as he thought
Beto O'Rourke drops out of the 2020 Democratic presidential race.

Democratic hopeful: US setting 'terrible example' of pluralism
Presidential hopeful Michael Bennet: I think about my family’s experience during the Holocaust every day.

The Democratic Party: Loving Israel, conditionally
Why are candidates for the Democratic Party competing with a statement that will hurt US aid more than Israel?

Tlaib endorses Sanders for President
Michigan Rep. officially endorses Bernie Sanders: We deserve someone who writes the bills.

Soros: Elizabeth Warren the most qualified to be president
American-Jewish billionaire and donor to Democratic Party says Warren has "emerged as the clear-cut person to beat".

Democrats blast Trump's 'sham ceasefire' in Turkey
Pelosi and Schumer say Trump gave Turkish President "everything" in ceasefire agreement.

Democrats accuse Trump of 'meltdown' during Syria meeting
Democratic leaders in Congress walk out of White House meeting with Trump. Sides exchange blows.

At debate, Democratic candidates blast Trump over Syria
Sen. Amy Klobuchar: Think about our other allies, Israel. How do they feel right now?

Pelosi to hold off on House impeachment vote
House Speaker and Democratic leaders expected to hold off on full House vote authorizing an impeachment inquiry into Trump.

US Rep. Lowey will not seek re-election
New York Democrat criticized anti-Israel moves in the world and also spoke out against the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.

Is impeachment a trap for President Trump's opponents?
Ex-Trump adviser talks about the political situation in the US and the possibility of Democrats' impeachment efforts boomeranging on them.

Joe Lieberman's son to run for Senate in Georgia
Matt Lieberman, son of former Connecticut senator and vice presidential candidate, to run for seat being vacated by Sen. Johnny Isakson.

Giuliani considers legal action against House Democrats
President Trump's personal attorney Rudy Giuliani reveals the next steps in his fight with House Democrats.

Trump: This isn't impeachment, it's a coup
US President blasts Democrats for launching impeachment proceedings against him.

'Biden's not exciting'
Fox News sums up the issues with 2020's leading Democratic candidates.

Kirsten Gillibrand drops out of presidential race
New York Democrat withdraws from Democratic Party's primary after failing to qualify for a third debate.

'Support for Israel is still bipartisan'
Watch: Republican members of Congress visiting Israel relate to the Democrats' support for Israel.

Trump:
'No president has done what I've done for Israel'
US President asked about his comments on Jewish Americans who vote for Democrats.

Trump: The Democrats have such disdain for Israel
Trump criticizes Democrats over reports that they may retaliate for Israel's decision to ban Omar and Tlaib.

Abbas meets members of Congress
PA chairman meets Democratic members of Congress, stresses importance of "two-state solution".

20 years for man who sent pipe bombs to Democrats
Cesar Sayoc, who pleaded guilty to sending pipe bombs to prominent Democrats and CNN, sent to 20 years in prison.

Democrats tweet their heartbreak over Mueller hearing
Laura Ingraham gives a dramatic reading of sad tweets from the resistance.

Trump, Democrats reach agreement on budget
Under bipartisan agreement, federal spending will increase by billions of dollars.

Trump: Radical Democrats need to apologize to US and Israel
'They aren't capable of loving the US,' Trump targets four Democratic congresswomen again, calling on them to apologize to US and Israel.

Merkel backs Democrats criticized by Trump
German Chancellor says Trump's tweet against four Democratic congresswomen "undermines America's strength".

House votes against Trump impeachment
House of Representatives votes to kill first articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.

Senate Majority Leader: The president is not a racist
Senator Mitch McConnell urges Democrats and Republicans to tone down their rhetoric amid controversy over Trump tweets.

Trump: Sad to see Democrats sticking up for Israel haters
US President fires back following tweets in which he told Democratic congresswomen to "go back" to the countries that they came from.

Billionaire liberal Tom Steyer to run for president
Billionaire liberal Tom Steyer to seek Democratic presidential nomination, notes Jewish father’s career as Nuremberg prosecutor.

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell ends presidential bid
California Democrat won't seek 2020 presidential bid due to poor polling numbers.

Democratic candidate says she'd keep embassy in Jerusalem
Senator Amy Klobuchar says embassy move could've been carried out better, but adds she won't move embassy back to Tel Aviv if elected.

Virginia politician criticized for ‘concentration camp’ joke
Virginian GOP politician takes down ‘concentration camp’ joke after Jewish Democrat complains.

Senator Booker won't recommit to rejoining Iran deal
NJ Senator criticizes Trump for withdrawing from Iran deal, but says: If I have an opportunity to leverage a better deal, I'll do it.

Which 2020 Democrat should Donald Trump most be afraid of?
Which Democratic candidate has the most raw political talent? What weaknesses of Donald Trump's would they exploit in 2020?

Former Democratic Rep. Joe Sestak running for president
Joe Sestak, who was one of the first endorsees of J Street, becomes 25th candidate to seek Democratic presidential nomination.

Ocasio-Cortez under fire for remark on concentration camps
New York Congresswoman says US operating "concentration camps" on its southern border.

More than half of Democrats back 'two-state solution'
More than half the Democrats in House of Representatives say peace plan that does not back two states would endanger peace.

US senators against Judea and Samaria annexation
Democratic senators submit resolution that openly opposes Israeli annexation of parts of Judea and Samaria.

Presidential hopeful:
'PA not a peace partner, but Israel needs guidance'
Pete Buttigieg meets Jewish leaders, says Israel’s leaders need American guidance.

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.

Senators seek additional funds to synagogues for security
Two senators introduce bipartisan legislation to give funds to synagogues to help provide additional security against potential attacks.

Democrats don't follow Israel news - but don't like Netanyahu
Most Democratic voters don’t follow Israel news that closely, J Street survey finds.

NYC Mayor to announce presidential bid
Bill de Blasio expected to enter 2020 Democratic presidential primary on Thursday morning.

Pelosi: Trump, Republicans misrepresented Tlaib's comments
House Speaker demands Trump and the Republicans apologize to Muslim congresswoman Rashida Tlaib.

House Majority Leader defends Muslim congresswoman
Steny Hoyer asserts that Republicans are twisting Rep. Rashida Tlaib's comments on Israel and the Holocaust.

Democrats ask Netanyahu not to deport HRW official
17 Democratic lawmakers write to Netanyahu, ask him to stop planned deportation of senior Human Rights Watch official Omar Shakir.

NYC Mayor expected to run for president
Report: Bill de Blasio will announce his bid to run for president as early as next week.

Anti-Israel legislation submitted to US Congress
Legislation proposed by Democratic Rep. Betty McCollum would prohibit US funding to IDF over detention of children.

Democratic senators call to restore aid to PA
Six Democratic senators introduce resolution to restore US humanitarian aid to Arabs in Judea, Samaria and Gaza.

At least 2 Democratic campaigns reject donations from Ilhan Omar
Democratic campaigns return donations from rep under fire for anti-Semitic statements. 'No place for divisiveness in politics.'

Pelosi: There's no 'taint' of anti-Semitism in Democratic Party
House Speaker rejects allegations of anti-Semitism in Democratic Party amid criticism by Trump and Republicans.

Pete Buttigieg will no longer use the word ‘Pharisee’
Democratic presidential candidate says will stop using term deemed to have anti-Semitic implications in attacking religion of VP Mike Pence.

US Democratic lawmakers warn Netanyahu against sovereignty
Four US Democratic lawmakers warn against sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, stress importance of two-state solution.

Democratic congressman Eric Swalwell to run for president
California Democrat will seek his party's nomination for president in an attempt to replace Donald Trump.
