Democrats

Steny Hoyer steps down from House leadership role

Hoyer, 83, was known for his closeness to AIPAC, steps down at the same time as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries launches bid to succeed Pelosi

Jeffries would become the first Black person to lead a party in Congress.

After losing majority:

Pelosi to step down as House Speaker

Nancy Pelosi says she will step down after two decades as the Democratic Party’s leader in the House, but will remain in Congress for now.

Republicans closer to majority in House of Representatives

AP projects Rep. Ken Calvert will win in California's 41st congressional district, giving the party 217 seats.

Democrat Katie Hobbs elected as Arizona governor

Hobbs defeats former television news anchor Kari Lake, who was endorsed by Trump.

Victory for Biden

Democrats to keep control of the Senate

Catherine Cortez Masto's win in Nevada gives Democrats the 50 seats they need for an effective majority.

A catastrophe by any other name would still smell as bad

Biden has done nothing right, absolutely NOTHING since day one of becoming President. Americans must end the Democrat catastrophe. Op-ed.

Pelosi:

'The attack on Paul will impact my decision on retiring'

US House Speaker criticizes the way some Republicans responded to the attack on her husband: Some of them make a joke of it.

Ruth Lieberman:

Jewish voters favoring family values shifting to GOP in midterms

Strategic Consultant Ruth Lieberman gives an explanation of the midterm elections and a prediction for the 2024 US presidential election.

Democracy is doing just fine, in the US and Israel

Like in Israel,the Left is always threatening the end of democracy, even as its actions are the only cause for worry. Op-ed.

AIPAC group spends $1 million to oppose progressive Summer Lee

Pro-Israel PAC campaigns heavily against Pittsburgh-area far-left candidate who compared Israel to white people who shoot blacks.

Poll forecasts Republican takeover of House in midterms

New CBS News Battleground Tracker poll predicts Republican takeover of the House of Representatives in November 8 midterms.

Chuck Schumer caught on hot mic saying Dems are in trouble

Senate Majority Leader accidentally speaks into live microphone with message to Biden about party’s midterm woes.

New York:

Hochul blasted for photo with donor who called Jews 'satanic'

Gov. Hochul poses with activist and Dem donor who shared antisemitic and Holocaust denial content on social media.

'Sociopath Dems taking advantage of natural disaster'

The outspoken conservative blasts Democrats for their 'cynical' use of Hurricane Ian.

Rashida Tlaib:

'You cannot claim to hold progressive values, yet back Israel'

Rashida Tlaib says progressives cannot be pro-Israel, sparking sharp criticism from fellow Democrats.

US lawmakers dissatisfied with IDF probe of journalist's death

Democratic Senators attempting to require independent State Department investigation into death of Shireen Abu Aqleh.

Dem rep slammed for tweet adding terrorists to 9/11 death toll

For second year in a row, Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal lists terrorists among victims of 9/11.

Ahead of midterms, Biden has a swing state problem

Poll finds Biden's overall approval at only 39% with especially low support in key swing states.

'Vile and offensive'

Republican Rep. compares Biden speech to Hitler speech

Georgia Republican under fire from Jewish groups after tweet which includes doctored video of Biden speech that likens him to Nazi leader.

Vulnerable Democrats try to avoid Joe Biden

As September opens, it's clear that many Democratic candidates, especially in close races, prefer the gaffe-ridden POTUS remain silent.Op-ed

US lawmakers to Biden:

'We are deeply concerned about reported Iran deal'

50 House Democrats and Republicans write to Biden, call on him to share with Congress the text of any potential deal with Iran.

Over 40% of Americans believe civil war likely within 10 years

Survey finds pessimism among Americans when it comes to increasing political division and possibility of country descending into civil war.

MSM enraged with Joe Rogan's political endorsement

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” says the popular talk show host may have just 'changed the outcome of the 2022 midterm elections'.

Dem group blasted for mocking names of Jewish NY politicians

Liberal group accused of antisemitism for tweet which singled out Jewish politicians and made fun of their last names.

What the Democrats do not realize is going to bite them

The Democrats are acting as if they will rule forever, but if elections bring change, they may get a taste their own bitter medicine. Op-ed.

Climate change is a top concern for American Jews

With climate bill passed, Democrats deliver on top policy concern for American Jews.

Pundit: Democrats are telling tell Biden ‘enjoy your retirement’

Journalist Chris Wallace says he believes Biden might not wind up as Democrats’ choice to run for president in 2024.

Former democrat leader: 'Rats running from sinking ship'

A Democrat who has renounced her loyalty to the party now says there is nothing to fight for when it comes to Biden and his presidency.

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Democratic group apologizes for TikTok attacking 'Zionists

Michigan Dem group apologizes for ‘offensive’ TikTok attacking ‘Zionists’ on the eve of closely-watched House primary.

Squad members call for probe of Al Jazeera reporter's death

Members of The Squad join family members of Shireen Abu Aqleh outside Capitol, demand US-led investigation into her killing,

J Street’s #metoo problem

Ben-Ami and company should be taking a good, long look in the mirror instead of using the misogynist card against the Democrats.

Poll:

Biden's approval rating sits at 38%

CNN poll finds Biden’s low approval rating attributable to softening approval among Democrats.

Watch: Black candidate compares Democrats to KKK

The ad doesn't attempt to hide what the black GOP candidate for Congress really thinks about Democrats.

Jewish leaders slam pro-BDS Dem candidate posing with challah

Only days after NY Assemblywoman Yuh-Line Niou endorses BDS, Congressional candidate poses with challah in home of Jewish couple.

Poll:

Most Democrats prefer a candidate other than Biden

New York Times-Siena College poll finds 64 percent of Democrats would prefer a different candidate than Biden in 2024.

Op-ed:

Justices Gorsuch & Kavanaugh didn’t lie at confirmation hearings

Democrats have predictably taken the hatred, hypocrisy, hyperbole route in a week of rage since the historic June 24 abortion ruling.Op-ed.

Democrats and Republicans finally agree on something

Polls finds supporters of both parties agree country is headed in the wrong direction, with blame placed squarely on President Biden.

Op-ed:

The U.S. Senate seats most likely to flip this fall

There are many intriguing Senate races across the country, but for now, here are six states most likely to flip. Op-ed.

Senate passes federal gun safety legislation

Senate approves bipartisan bill to address gun violence that amounts to the first major federal gun safety legislation in decades.

Democrats to Biden:

'Ensure impartial probe of Al Jazeera journalist's death'

Democratic senators write to Biden, ask for “direct involvement” of US in investigation of death of Shireen Abu Aqleh.

On guns and Democrats

Schumer, how would you like if someone tried to reap your whirlwind? Op-ed.

Progressive lawmaker: 'Bible is nothing but political theater'

Progressive Democrat Stacey Abrams pointed out that the Bible is 'just' political theater during a radio appearance.

Four Democrats condemn anti-Israel 'Mapping Project'

Massachusetts Democrats, including Ayanna Pressley, condemn pro-Palestinian project mapping Boston Jewish groups.

NYC Dems pick anti-Israel activist to lead progressive caucus

Move to hire co-founder of well known anti-Israel NGO to lead caucus sparks outrage.

Tucker: 'Totalitarian regime' streaming lies into your homes

A political analyst says Democrats have nothing else to talk about - or pride themselves with - so they keep bringing up Trump.

Progressive Democrats:

'Exclude Israel from Visa Waiver Program'

Democrats, including Tlaib and Ocasio-Cortez, call on Biden administration to keep Israel out of the Visa Waiver Program.

Democrats to Blinken:

'Work against steps that endanger two-state solution'

80 Democrats urge Biden administration to actively work against counterproductive measures that endanger potential two-state solution.

New super PAC aims to elect pro-Israel black Democrats

A new super PAC led by “Black and Jewish” leaders has endorsed five black Democrats who have positions that are friendly to AIPAC.

Jewish voters, what will it take to wake you up?

Democrat Jews, do you see the handwriting on the wall? It is being written in your Israeli brothers' blood. Op-ed.

Jewish Democrats slam Russian Foreign Minister

Jewish Democratic Members of Congress denounce Sergei Lavrov's remarks that "Hitler had Jewish blood".

CNN: Democrats losing support among black voters

CNN admits that support from young blacks has declined significantly since Biden took office.

House Dems cave in to CAIR, pull domestic terrorism bill

Dems pull domestic terrorism bill with widespread support after opposition from Squad members and Council on American-Islamic Relations.

House Democrats raise alarm over Iran deal

Rep. Elaine Luria: We can’t stay quiet about the deeply troubling turn that Iran talks have reportedly taken.

Democrats to raise concerns over Iran deal

15 Democratic House members to hold press conference, raise concerns about nuclear deal being drafted with Iran.

House Democrats privately turning against new Iran deal

Democrats in the House are privately becoming increasingly concerned about the ramifications of a new Iran nuclear deal.

Only Democrats appease Russia

During Obama’s Russia “reset”, he invited Russia back into the Middle East after decades of absence; refused Ukraine offensive weapons.Op-ed

Jewish Democrats blast Amnesty International director

Jewish House Democrats condemn Amnesty International USA Executive Director who said Israel shouldn't be a Jewish state.

Congressmen raise concerns over Iran nuclear deal

Bipartisan group of 21 Members of Congress write to Biden, urge him to address concerns on looming agreement with Iran.

Graham under fire for suggesting Putin assassination

Democrats and Republicans criticize South Carolina Senator after he says "somebody in Russia should take Putin out".