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During the conversation, while suggesting that Israel’s alleged influence over the United States’ strikes in Iran was “pretty damn self-evident,” Newsom took aim at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Newsom, widely believed to be running for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, was offering a clear sign that he is aiming to appeal to a voter base that is increasingly critical of Israel.

Schakowsky endorsed Donna Miller, the Cook County commissioner, in the 2nd Congressional District last month. Now, she said, she cannot let her endorsement stand.

Fine claimed he was responding to a social media post by Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the radical pro-Palestinian activist group Within Our Lifetime.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu initially accepted the US president's invitation to join the Board of Peace in January.

Not long ago, it felt as if we were in a Jewish golden age. Now, we must face the realities of our time and take action to ensure the continued vitality of the Jewish people.

“We are going to have a focus on stopping candidates who are detractors of Israel or who want to put conditions on aid,” Patrick Dorton, a spokesperson for the United Democracy Project, said.

The prime minister's expected trip comes amid public disagreement between Jerusalem and Washington over the make-up of Gaza's Board of Peace.

Israel can and should move forward on its own – still a close friend of the United States, but an independent friend, not a friend in need.

Hoyer’s departure deprives Congress of a pro-Israel stalwart at a time when support for Israel is on the decline in both major parties.