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US Senate passes resolution to bar Hamas from controlling Gaza

US Senate unanimously approves resolution to affirm Hamas cannot retain control of Gaza.

US Senate passes resolution to bar Hamas from controlling Gaza

How John Fetterman became the most pro-Israel Democratic senator

US Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) came on Dan Senor's 'Call me Back' podcast to talk about his unwavering support of Israel in the face of his party's opposition.

How John Fetterman became the most pro-Israel Democratic senator

Israel Heritage Foundation urges Senate to confirm Huckabee

The Israel Heritage Foundation called on the Senate to confirm Mike Huckabee's appointment as US Ambassador to Israel, calling him an 'exceptional choice' for the position.

Israel Heritage Foundation urges Senate to confirm Huckabee

US Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary

Senate votes 54-45 to confirm Howard Lutnick, billionaire CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald LP, as Trump’s Commerce Secretary.

US Senate confirms Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with bipartisan Senate leadership

During the meeting, a reporter asked Netanyahu if he thought US troops were needed for the peaceful implementation of President Donald Trump's plan to relocate Gazans. Netanyahu answered: 'No.'

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with bipartisan Senate leadership

Pro-Israel Senator to lead Mid-East & Counterterror subcommittee

Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) was chosen to lead the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism. 'I look forward to working with President Trump to realize his vision for a more peaceful Middle East.'

Pro-Israel Senator to lead Mid-East & Counterterror subcommittee

Last-ditch effort:

Democrats call on Biden to sanction Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

17 Democratic senators and 71 members of the House of Representatives signed a letter to the President calling on him to take advantage of his time left in office to sanction the two senior Israeli officials.

Democrats call on Biden to sanction Ben-Gvir and Smotrich

Senators propose act to cut off UN agencies that exclude Israel

The Stand with Israel Act, which is backed by over two dozen senators, would prohibit the US from funding UN agencies that expel, downgrade, suspend, or otherwise restrict the participation of the State of Israel.

Senators propose act to cut off UN agencies that exclude Israel

US Senators:

'PA proposed resolution an insult to anyone who knows history'

A group of US Senators, led by Marco Rubio, released a statement condemning the PA's proposed resolution to force Israel to relinquish control of Judea and Samaria. 'An absolute disgrace that rewards terrorism.'

'PA proposed resolution an insult to anyone who knows history'

Half of Democrats absent from Netanyahu's address

Axios found that only about 100 House Democrats and 28 Senate Democrats were present in the House Chamber when Prime Minister Netanyahu addressed a joint session of Congress, meaning that nearly half of the party's representatives and senators were missing.

Half of Democrats absent from Netanyahu's address

US legislators:

We will act against the ICC if warrants are issued for Israelis

Senators and members of Congress announced that they will pressure the court in The Hague to prevent the issuance of arrest warrants for senior Israelis due to the war in Gaza.

We will act against the ICC if warrants are issued for Israelis

US Senate approves aid package for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan

US Senate passes $95 billion aid package, sending it on to US Pres. Joe Biden for final approval.

US Senate approves aid package for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan

Zuckerberg apologizes to bereaved families

Mark Zuckerberg gave a personal apology to families whose children had been harmed by social media during a Senate Judiciary Committee meeting titled 'Big Tech and the Online Child Sexual Exploitation Crisis.'

Zuckerberg apologizes to bereaved families

Jewish US Senator passes away

Dianne Feinstein, the oldest member of the US Senate, passes away at the age of 90.

Jewish US Senator passes away

US Senate reinstates dress code

After a brief relaxation, lawmakers will once again be required to attend sessions in formal attire.

US Senate reinstates dress code

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with US Senate delegation

The Prime Minister told Sen. Mitch McConnell he appreciated the fact that he and his colleagues were among Israel's best friends.

Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with US Senate delegation

Top US lawmakers call on Biden to veto anti-Israel resolution

The lawmakers are calling to unequivocally block any action against Israel at the UN.

Top US lawmakers call on Biden to veto anti-Israel resolution

Senate delegation evades questions on Smotrich, Ben-Gvir

Senators describe ‘optimism’ after Middle East tour, leaving questions on tensions with new Israeli government ministers unanswered.

Senate delegation evades questions on Smotrich, Ben-Gvir

Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema leaves Democratic Party

Sinema announces she will register as an independent, casting doubt on Democratic control of the Senate.

Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema leaves Democratic Party

Sovereignty Movement to PM:

'Take stand against US law endorsing two-state solution'

Right-wing activists call on Bennett, rightist ministers to push back against newly-passed US legislation endorsing Palestinian statehood.

'Take stand against US law endorsing two-state solution'

US Senate endorses Palestinian statehood in spending plan

Massive omnibus spending package approved by Congress includes commitment to support two-state solution.

US Senate endorses Palestinian statehood in spending plan

US Senate bill calls on EU to designate Hezbollah as terror org

American Jewish Committee praises the bill, noting it has long called for the EU to designate the entirety of Hezbollah as a terror entity.

US Senate bill calls on EU to designate Hezbollah as terror org

US Senate passes resolution condemning surge in anti-Semitism

Resolution, co-sponsored by 74 senators, also urges the US to continue combating anti-Semitism internationally.

US Senate passes resolution condemning surge in anti-Semitism

Ivanka Trump eyeing political career?

Sources close to Ivanka Trump say she may be thinking of going back into politics independently.

Ivanka Trump eyeing political career?

Senate Majority Leader: Dems played politics with relief bill

Sen. Majority Leader Mitch McConnell alleges the newly-signed Corona relief bill 'virtually same' as the one previously proposed.

Senate Majority Leader: Dems played politics with relief bill

Senate approves defense bill opposed by Trump

Senate approves controversial defense bill with a veto-proof majority.

Senate approves defense bill opposed by Trump

'I can't keep doing this':

Doctor pleads for review of data during COVID-19 Senate hearing

Assoc Professor of Medicine at St. Luke's Aurora Medical Center delivers testimony to Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.

Doctor pleads for review of data during COVID-19 Senate hearing

Early outpatient treatment: 'Essential part of COVID solution'

US Senator Ron Johnson holds hearing to discuss current state of COVID-19.

Early outpatient treatment: 'Essential part of COVID solution'

US Senate to vote on Amy Barrett confirmation next week

Trump's Supreme Court nominee to get full Senate confirmation vote week before election day. Do Republicans have the votes to confirm?

US Senate to vote on Amy Barrett confirmation next week

$2 trillion stimulus package approved by Senate, White House

White House official: 'This is the single largest Main Street assistance program in the history of the United States.'

$2 trillion stimulus package approved by Senate, White House

'Worse than Chernobyl'

Senator: Coronavirus may have come from Chinese superlaboratory

Chinese officials accused of falsifying number of cases and silencing reports weeks before it was formally acknowledged by government.

Senator: Coronavirus may have come from Chinese superlaboratory

Senate launches bipartisan task force to combat anti-Semitism

US Senate creates task force led by one Democrat and one Republican aimed at combating anti-Semitism.

Senate launches bipartisan task force to combat anti-Semitism

US Senate marks 25 years since AMIA bombing

Senate Foreign Relations Committee approves resolution commemorating 35th anniversary of deadly bombing of Argentina Jewish center.

US Senate marks 25 years since AMIA bombing

Senate Republicans, Democrats push bill condemning anti-Semitsm

Bipartisan group of 44 senators, led by Ted Cruz and Tim Kaine, sponsors resolution to condemn anti-Semitism.

Senate Republicans, Democrats push bill condemning anti-Semitsm

Republican senators push for protections for Israeli Americans

GOP lawmakers introduce bill to recognize Israeli-Americans as group protected from discrimination.

Republican senators push for protections for Israeli Americans

Menendez accuses Senate GOP of using Israel as political wedge

Democrat drops support for pro-Israel bill in Senate, accusing GOP of using Israel as wedge to bolster their hand in ongoing shutdown.

Menendez accuses Senate GOP of using Israel as political wedge

Saudi Arabia criticizes Senate position on Khashoggi

Saudi Arabia insists murder of journalist does not reflect its policy after Senate votes to end US support for Yemen war.

Saudi Arabia criticizes Senate position on Khashoggi

GOP wins surprisingly close Senate race in Mississippi

Republicans win what had once been considered a safe Senate seat in Mississippi, fending off Democrat by single digits.

GOP wins surprisingly close Senate race in Mississippi

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?

ANALYSIS: All bets are off in midterms as turnout surges

Can Republicans hold on to Congress?

Republicans take lead in key Senate races as Democratic lead in House narrows. But will it be enough for GOP to retain majority?

Can Republicans hold on to Congress?

Senate passes resolution to declassify, release 9/11 Saudi docs

Bill calls to release tens of thousands of documents relating to Saudi Arabia and the 9/11 terror attacks.

Senate passes resolution to declassify, release 9/11 Saudi docs

Matt Damon’s SNL Kavanaugh routine — sick

Matt Damon’s SNL Kavanaugh routine — sick

Kavanaugh wins, but at what price?

Kavanaugh wins, but at what price?

Pro-Israel PAC raises $500,000 for embattled Democrat senator

Pro-Israel group helps raise half a million dollars for Senator Bob Menendez, one of the few Democrats to oppose Iran nuclear deal.

Pro-Israel PAC raises $500,000 for embattled Democrat senator

'No greater defender of Israel than John McCain'

Netanyahu remembers late Senator John McCain as a 'great patriot' and 'defender of Israel'.

'No greater defender of Israel than John McCain'

'Senate will confirm Trump's Supreme Court pick before midterms'

Despite Democratic opposition, Senate leader confident nomination will pass this summer.

'Senate will confirm Trump's Supreme Court pick before midterms'

'I never thought I'd live to see the day'

US senators in Jerusalem celebrate embassy move: 'I voted for the move in 1995, but it took Trump to make it happen. I'm lucky to see it.'

'I never thought I'd live to see the day'

'Never again is now! Time to hold Iran deal backers accountable'

Republican nominee eyeing Senate seat once held by Hillary Clinton slams Iran nuke deal during Jerusalem visit. 'Never again is now!'

'Never again is now! Time to hold Iran deal backers accountable'

Top CA Senate challenger 'dedicated to exposing Jewish control'

Self-described 'pro-white' candidate pushing anti-Semitic campaign polling 2nd in CA senate race.

Top CA Senate challenger 'dedicated to exposing Jewish control'

Al Franken to resign from the Senate in January

Democratic senator and comedian accused of sexual harassment sets date for resignation from US Senate.

Al Franken to resign from the Senate in January

In stunning upset, Republican Roy Moore defeated in Alabama

Democrats win Alabama senate seat for the first time since 1992, cutting Republican majority to 51-49.

In stunning upset, Republican Roy Moore defeated in Alabama

2 more women accuse Senator Al Franken of sexual harassment

After senator refuses to resign, new accusations bring the total number of women charging Minnesota Democrat with sexual abuse to six.

2 more women accuse Senator Al Franken of sexual harassment

Congress to recognize centenary of Balfour Declaration

Bipartisan Senate resolution calls for recognition of 100th anniversary of signing of Balfour Declaration, affirms US support for Israel.

Congress to recognize centenary of Balfour Declaration

Tillerson: Anti-Semitism post will be filled

US Secretary of State tells Senate anti-Semitism monitoring position, which has been empty for 2 months, will be filled.

Tillerson: Anti-Semitism post will be filled

Senate bill to enhance role of US anti-Semitism envoy

Bipartisan bill would raise level of State Department position on fighting anti-Semitism to 'ambassador-level.'

Senate bill to enhance role of US anti-Semitism envoy

All 100 Senators attend WH briefing on North Korea

Entire Senate attends WH briefing on North Korea as tensions with rogue nation continue to escalate.

All 100 Senators attend WH briefing on North Korea

Entire Senate called for WH meeting on North Korea

All 100 Senators asked to attend briefing on deteriorating North Korea situation at White House.

Entire Senate called for WH meeting on North Korea

Senate committee to question Jared Kushner on Russia ties

Senate Intelligence Committee to question Jared Kushner, President Trump’s son-in-law and adviser, over ties to Russian officials.

Senate committee to question Jared Kushner on Russia ties

Rubio in Israel: The Jewish state is one of my top priorities

Florida Senator visits Israel as part of Senate delegation, calls trip 'awe-inspiring experience'.

Rubio in Israel: The Jewish state is one of my top priorities

Betsy DeVos narrowly confirmed as education secretary

Vice President Mike Pence breaks Senate tie to confirm Betsy DeVos as Education Secretary, 51-50. OU lauds Devos confirmation.

Betsy DeVos narrowly confirmed as education secretary