2024 US elections:
Republicans secure control of House of Representatives
The Associated Press and Fox News project that the GOP has secured the 218 House victories that make up the majority, with nine races yet to be called.
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Republicans endorse House Speaker Johnson for second term
Meanwhile, Senator Tom Cotton secures the position of Senate Republican Conference Chair.
North Carolina:
Candidate for Governor dubs himself 'Black Nazi' on adult site
Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina Mark Robinson has sparked a major scandal in the Republican party after he was discovered to have frequented a transexual pornography site and to have named himself 'Black Nazi' on the site's message board.
US survey:
Only 50% of US voters believe election process is trustworthy
1/3 of Republicans and 2/3 of Democrats trust the election process | 1/3 of voters say they would not consider 2024 election results to be legitimate if their party’s presidential candidate lost.
Over anti-Israel bias:
US legislation would withhold UN funding
Reps. Mike Lawler and Jared Moskowitz introduce the Stand with Israel Act, which will require the withholding of US funding to UN agencies that expel, downgrade, suspend, or otherwise restrict the participation of the State of Israel.
Lawmakers to Blinken:
'Address Erdogan’s hostility toward Israel'
Bipartisan letter signed by 28 Members of Congress urges State Department to address Turkish President’s hostility toward Israel and continued support of Hamas terrorists.
House Oversight Committee subpoenas top Biden aides
GOP-led House Oversight Committee subpoenas three senior White House aides, demanding they sit for depositions regarding President Joe Biden's health.
In abbreviated platform:
Rabbis thank RNC for including fight against antisemitism
The Coalition for Jewish Values, representing thousands of Orthodox rabbis, thank RNC for including its suggestion in abbreviated platform.
New GOP platform backs Israel, supports US version of Iron Dome
Republican National Committee publishes its updated platform aligning itself with the policies of Trump.
GOP lawmakers to Blinken:
How will you prevent Gaza aid from reaching Hamas?
House Republicans write letter to Secretary of State, demand to know the Biden administration's strategy for keeping Gaza aid package out of Hamas' hands.
Over warrants for Israelis
House approves bill to sanction ICC officials
US House of Representatives passes legislation that would sanction International Criminal Court for requesting arrest warrants for Netanyahu and other Israeli officials.
16 Democrats vote in favor
House rebukes Biden for withholding Israel aid
Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which condemns Biden's posture on Israel’s military action in Gaza, passes in a 224 to 187 vote. Biden has already said he will veto the bill if it clears the Senate.
In response to Republicans:
Biden blocks release of interview with special counsel
Biden asserts executive privilege over audio recordings of his interview with special counsel Robert Hur, who described the President as an “elderly man with a poor memory.”
White House:
Biden will veto GOP bill on aid to Israel
White House criticizes Israel Security Assistance Support Act, which would pressure President Biden to send weapons to Israel.
Anti-Israel Republican loses Indiana House primaries
John Hostettler, longtime Israel critic, loses Indiana Republican House primary after campaign by Jewish groups.
Republican leaders demand answers from Biden
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson criticize Biden for pausing of shipment of bombs to Israel last week.
House approves:
'From the River to the Sea' is antisemitic
US House of Representatives passes, by a majority of 377 to 44, a resolution condemning the chant “From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be free” as antisemitic.
House Speaker to promote Israel aid bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to move forward with four individual bills to fund Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. White House reiterates its objection to standalone bills.
House Speaker:
'Time to stop lecturing Israel on how it should defend itself'
US House Speaker Mike Johnson blasts “appalling” lack of support for Israel from some Democrats.
Netanyahu to Republicans:
'There's an attempt to ram a Palestinian state down our throats'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met on Thursday with a Republican Congressional delegation organized by AIPAC and told it that Israel will get the job done faster if it is given the tools to do so.
Michigan rep. calls for Gaza war to end 'like Hiroshima'
'The quicker these wars end, the fewer innocent lives will be caught in the crossfire,' Michigan Rep. Tim Walberg says.
John Kirby:
'Netanyahu can decide who he wants to talk to'
US National Security Council spokesman comments on Netanyahu's decision to speak to Senate Republicans via video: Support for Israel has been a long-standing bipartisan issue in this country.
Netanyahu to Republicans:
'Israel will continue its efforts to defeat Hamas'
Republican Senators who attended Netanyahu's address at their policy lunch say the PM stressed he is going to finish the job in Gaza.
Amid tensions with Biden:
Netanyahu to speak to Senate Republicans
Prime Minister Netanyahu is tentatively scheduled to speak virtually to Senate Republicans during their regular lunch meeting on Wednesday.
After Super Tuesday
Mitch McConnell endorses Trump for President
Senate Republican Leader endorses Trump, a noteworthy move due to the longstanding differences between the two.
'Super Tuesday' live updates:
Trump and Biden appear headed for 2024 rematch
Millions of Americans vote as 16 states and one US territory hold presidential nominating contests. Trump has won 11 states, Haley only one.
Republican primaries:
Trump defeats Haley in North Dakota
The contest in North Dakota is the last before Super Tuesday, when 15 states will hold their primaries.
First victory:
Nikki Haley wins Washington, DC primary
Former South Carolina Governor wins Republican presidential primary in Washington, DC, two days before Super Tuesday.
2024 US elections:
Trump wins Idaho caucuses
The former President, who earlier also won Missouri’s Republican presidential caucuses, has won all primary contests to date.
Chair of Republicans in Israel:
Obama folks run the White House, promote PA state
Attorney Marc Zell, Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel, speaks to Arutz Sheva: Israel needs to stay the course. Do not listen to the Americans. Do not succumb to international pressure.
Illinois:
Judge bars Trump from appearing on GOP ballot
Illinois state judge cites anti-insurrection clause of the US Constitution in barring former President from appearing on the state's Republican presidential primary ballot.
Mitch McConnell to step down as GOP leader
Senate Minority Leader announces he will step down as GOP leader in November but will continue to serve in the US Senate.
2024 US elections:
Trump, Biden win Michigan primaries
US networks project that Donald Trump has won the Michigan Republican primary, while Biden won Michigan for the Democrats, despite resistance by some Arab American Democrats.
Haley defiant:
'I'm not giving up this fight'
Former South Carolina Governor makes clear she intends to stay in the GOP nomination race despite losing to Trump in her home state. Trump: I'm really not thinking about Haley.
2024 US elections:
Trump projected to win South Carolina primary
Multiple networks project that former US President will defeat his rival, Nikki Haley, in her home state.
Tlaib votes 'present'
House condemns Hamas' sexual violence
House of Representatives passes bipartisan resolution condemning Hamas terrorists’ use of rape and sexual violence during and since October 7.
Will replace George Santos
Democrat Tom Suozzi wins New York special election
Suozzi defeated Republican candidate Mazi Pilip, an American Israeli woman who was born in Ethiopia and was brought to Israel in 1991 during Israel’s “Operation Solomon”.
Senate approves promotion of Israel aid bill
Senate sets the stage for final passage of a $95.34 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, though there are doubts it will pass the Republican-controlled House of Representatives.
Biden threatens to veto House's Israel aid bill
The Biden administration opposes the legislation due to the fact that it supports a broader bill which provides assistance to both Ukraine and Israel while providing new funds for border security.
House Speaker:
'House will vote on Israel aid bill next week'
House Speaker Mike Johnson announces standalone $17.6 billion Israel aid bill. White House: A ploy which does nothing.
'I’m not going anywhere'
Haley vows to stay in the race through Super Tuesday
Despite losing in Iowa and New Hampshire, former US Ambassador to the UN says she expects to perform better in her home state of South Carolina.
Sen. Cruz predicts:
'Haley will drop out 18 hours after South Carolina'
Senator Ted Cruz says the GOP primary race will effectively “end” in South Carolina after Trump defeats Haley there.
Voter turnout in New Hampshire sets new record
As of Wednesday afternoon, nearly 318,000 Republicans and independents cast votes in the primary, exceeding the previous record set in the 2020 Democratic primary.
Trump wins New Hampshire Republican primary
Former President defeats Nikki Haley in New Hampshire GOP primaries after his victory in Iowa last week. Haley: This race is far from over.
After DeSantis drops out:
Trump welcomes Florida Governor's endorsement
Former President's campaign says all Republicans should rally behind Trump to defeat Biden.
Hunter Biden agrees to deposition before Republicans
Son of US President will appear for closed-door deposition on February 28 as part of impeachment inquiry efforts into his father.
New Hampshire primaries - Trump or Haley?
The second Republican primaries could be another easy win for Trump or a surprise tie for Haley.
Biden to meet Congress leaders, discuss Israel aid
National security supplemental package that includes funding for Ukraine and Israel has been in flux due to disagreements between Democrats and Republicans.
2024 US elections:
Former Arkansas Gov. drops out of presidential race
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson suspends campaign after finishing sixth in the Iowa caucuses.
After Iowa caucuses:
Vivek Ramaswamy drops out of presidential race
38-year-old businessman was ultimately unable to pull much support away from Trump.
Rubio endorses Trump for President
Ahead of Iowa caucuses, Senator Marco Rubio endorses former President in 2024 presidential race.
Trump shows strong lead going into primaries
The former President enjoys nearly 30% more support in polls over his nearest competitor for the Republican nomination.
'Make sure to support Israel'
Haley and DeSantis debate in Iowa
Republican presidential candidates trade jabs over antisemitism and Israel. DeSantis: I am against a two-state solution. Haley: Give Israel whatever it wants to get the job done.
2024 US elections:
Chris Christie withdraws from presidential race
Former New Jersey Governor announces he is ending his long-shot 2024 presidential campaign: There isn’t a path for me to win the nomination.
After hospitalization saga:
Republican lawmaker seeks to impeach Austin
Rep. Matt Rosendale says he is introducing articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary.
Colorado GOP appeals Trump ban in the state
Colorado Republican Party asks Supreme Court to overturn the state Supreme Court ruling that removed Trump from Colorado’s 2024 ballot.
Senate fails to pass Israel aid package
Senate Republicans block aid for Israel and Ukraine amid dispute about border security policy.
House approves resolution condemning antisemitism
Measure passes by vote of 311 to 14, Some Democrats take issue with language stating that “anti-Zionism is antisemitism.”
Next Republican debate will feature just four candidates
Republican National Committee announces that Wednesday's debate will feature DeSantis,Haley, Ramaswamy and Christie.
Sen. Tim Scott drops out of Republican presidential race
South Carolina Senator suspends campaign days after third Republican debate.
