American Politics

'Massive drop in US Jewish college students' support for Israel'

As anti-Israeli fervor intensifies in US colleges,researchers warn against losing the next generation.

Haim Saban backs US bill on slashing funds to Palestinian Authority

American-Israeli billionaire makes significant endorsement of bill that would cut all but US funding to the PA except that earmarked for the Palestinian police.

Ossoff harnesses the power of Jewish mom-daughter team ups in Georgia race

Democratic candidate for House seat Jon Ossoff wants to paint his district blue following Trump's win in November.

US attorney general calls notion he colluded with Russia 'detestable lie'

US A-G Jeff Sessions faces questions about dealings with Russian officials and whether he intentionally misled Congress as a Senate panel investigates alleged Russia meddling in US elections.

US attorney general to face questions on Comey firing, Russia

As the controversy surrounding the axing of former FBI head Comey refuses to settle down, US officials call on President Trump to release tapes he alluded to recording his conversations with Comey.

Protesters rally against Islamic law in dozens of US cities

Anti-Muslim incidents rose 57 percent last year, including a 44 percent jump in anti-Islamic hate crimes, according to a survey in early May.

Comey suggests Trump sought to obstruct FBI probe

James Comey on his conversation with US President Donald Trump: "I took it as a very disturbing thing, very concerning."

Comey calls conversation with Trump 'a very disturbing thing, very concerning'

Comey accuses Trump administration of defaming him, spreading lies

After Tehran attack, Trump suggests Iran brought terrorism upon itself

The attack, in which a gunman and a suicide bomber targeted Iran's parliament and one of its holiest shrines in Tehran, killed twelve people and injured 42 more.

Comey: Trump asked me to 'lift the cloud' of Russia probe

Comey made the statement ahead of his Congress appearance, which is expected to be one of the most dramatic moments in Trump's presidency so far.

Trump accuses Muslim London mayor of 'pathetic excuse' over attack statement

"Londoners will see an increased police presence today and over the course of the next few days. No reason to be alarmed."

'Nazis, go home,' protesters shout at anti-Trump rally

The Trump Free Speech Rally drew hundreds of demonstrators to a public square near City Hall.

Trump to announce decision on global climate deal Thursday

The US president, who has vehemently protested in the past that global warming was a "hoax," is expected to announce a controversial US pullout from the Paris accord.

Pence to speak at Christian pro-Israel group’s annual summit

The American vice president is scheduled to make a keynote address at the summit of the largest pro-Israel group in the US.

Trump expected to sign waiver keeping embassy in Tel Aviv

Jerusalem silent as cutoff for embassy move deadline approaches; officials say PM raised issue with US president.

Trump lashes out at 'fake news' following Kushner reports

"It is my opinion that many of the leaks coming out of the White House are fabricated lies made up by the #FakeNews media," US president says of report about son-in-law.

Trump reportedly tells 'confidants' US will leave Paris climate deal

Trump, who has previously called global warming a hoax, came under concerted pressure from G7 leaders to honor the 2015 Paris Agreement on curbing carbon emissions.

Trump son-in-law had undisclosed contacts with Russian envoy

"Mr. Kushner participated in thousands of calls in this time period. He has no recollection of the calls as described."

Senate intelligence panel requests Trump campaign documents

US intelligence agencies concluded in January that Moscow tried to sway the November vote in Trump's favor.

US says Hezbollah associate pleads guilty to money laundering conspiracy

The man's lawyer said he has taken responsibility and wishes to continue with his life.

Tillerson declines to host Ramadan event at US State Department

"US ambassadors are encouraged to celebrate Ramadan through a variety of activities, which are held annually at missions around the world."

Trump to set up 'war room' to repel attacks over Russia probe

The Russia scandal has threatened Donald Trump's presidency since his election campaign.

Jewish reporter 'wailed on' by politician for asking healthcare question

The incident involving Greg Gianforte, a tech millionaire who is endorsed by US President Donald Trump, and reporter Ben Jacobs occurred hours before the opening of polls for a special election.

UK said to halt US intel sharing after Manchester leaks

British police have reportedly stopped sharing information about the Manchester bombing with the United States, due to anger over the detailed disclosures.

Ivanka Trump meets with human trafficking victims in Rome

Trump said that the women are a "testament to strength, faith, perseverance in the face of unspeakable adversity and challenge."

Ongoing Russia scandal overshadows president’s first official trip abroad

Trump administration officials thought his eight-day trip abroad would change the narrative that was dominating print and cable news.

Is Jared Kushner a person of interest in the Trump-Russia investigation?

The reports come at the same time as Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump join US President Donald Trump on his presidential visit to the Middle East.

Rabbi reportedly lets Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner fly with president on Shabbat

Ivanka Trump, along with her husband Jared Kushner, is joining her father US President Donald Trump on his trip to Israel.

Report: US House leader McCarthy suggested Trump on Putin payroll

An "attempt at humor gone wrong"?

Report: Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner to join president's Mideast trip

From the West Wing to the Middle East? Reports did not specify for which portions of the president's trip the Jewish power couple would be present.