american politics

Trump pledges to deport Haitians from Ohio city, Biden calls for attacks to stop

The majority of the 15,000 Haitians in Springfield are there legally. Trump's longstanding pledge to conduct mass deportations usually refers to those in the country illegally.

By REUTERS
13/09/2024

'I’m gutted,’ Doug Emhoff says about murdered hostages at Washington synagogue vigil

Second gentleman Doug Emhoff delivered a powerful speech at a DC synagogue, expressing raw emotions over Hamas hostage killings and emphasizing his role as the first Jewish voice in the White House.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
04/09/2024

The victory of Gov. Shapiro in the face of antisemitism

Despite Shapiro losing the VP nomination, his presence on the national stage as a proud Jew remains a source of light and faith.

By MOSHE HAUER
12/08/2024

Tim Walz VP pick reignites debate over handling of George Floyd protests

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's VP selection spotlights his handling of George Floyd protests, drawing mixed reviews for police response and reforms.

By REUTERS
07/08/2024

GOP Jewish group backs Trump VP pick J. D. Vance - Jan. 6 defender, Christian Israel supporter

In 2022 while on a trip to Israel led by the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Vance told The Post he'll be "as strong an advocate for the US-Israel relationship as anyone."

House Dem. leaders endorse Israel critic Jamaal Bowman after Jewish Dems’ group backs challenger

The endorsement Friday, distributed by Bowman’s campaign, emphasized his local bona fides and did not touch on his condemnations of Israel.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
30/03/2024

AG Garland praises US laws allowing his family and Jews to live without fear of persecution

US Attorney General Merrick Garland delivered personal remarks during the Anti-Defamation League's "Never is Now" summit, where he praised US laws allowing Jews to live free of persecution.

Michigan's Arab American, left-wing communities vow 'uncommitted' against Biden in upcoming primary

"Michigan voters are sending Biden a clear message in the February 27 Democratic primary that he can count us out.

NYC mayor’s message to pro-Palestinian protesters: 'Bring the Hostages Home'

New York City Mayor Eric Adams calls for the release of hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Trump legal team rejects calls for testimony limits in defamation case

US District Judge Lewis Kaplan this month ruled that the former president may not tell the jury he did not rape Kaplan.

By REUTERS
14/01/2024
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