Kamala Harris

Gavin Newsom says he never has and ‘never will’ take money from AIPAC

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.

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR Gavin Newsom attends the inauguration of new installations at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center as part of the prison’s transformation plan, in San Quentin, California, US, February 20, 2026.
 The logo for the Democratic National Convention is displayed on the scoreboard at the United Center during a media walkthrough in Chicago, Jan. 18, 2024.

The Democrats need a nominee with a backbone on Israel issues - editorial

 Democratic presidential nominee US Vice President Kamala Harris campaigns in Atlanta, Georgia, October 19, 2024

Gaza war policy cost Kamala Harris victory in 2024 US elections, DNC research shows - report

When 300 journalists lose their jobs at a once-great paper (as it announced on Wednesday), democracy gets darker.

Editor's Notes: Washington Post chose comfort over survival, now journalists pay price - comment


Is the age of celebrity political endorsements dead? - comment

Kamala Harris had the most influential celebrities in her corner. Taylor Swift. Bruce Springsteen. Oprah. Julia Roberts. George Clooney.

 KAMALA HARRIS and Jennifer Lopez on stage during Harris’ campaign rally, in Las Vegas, last week.

Pelosi tells NYT: Biden should have exited campaign sooner

Harris would have "been stronger going further" if the party had had an open primary, Pelosi said.

 US President Joe Biden speaks to US Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) as he arrives in San Francisco, California, US February 21, 2024.

Republican efforts targeting Harris's record on Israel, antisemitism failed, survey says

There was unprecedented spending by Republicans in order to appeal to the Jewish vote in the aftermath of Oct. 7, but it failed, J Street CEO Jeremy Ben Ami said.

 A sign directs voters to the polling station at Galleria at Sunset mall on Election Day in Henderson, Nevada, U.S., November 5, 2024.

Editor's Notes: Kamala’s mistake: Ignoring Josh Shapiro cost her the White House

The missed opportunity, a Jewish VP candidate that might have changed the game.

 (L-R): US vice presidential nominee Josh Shapiro and sitting US Vice President Kamala Harris.

Biden promises to work for smooth transition to Trump administration

Biden said he hoped Trump's recent win in the 2024 presidential election would put to bed his doubts on the validity of the 2020 election.

 US PRESIDENT Joe Biden looks on during a cabinet meeting inside the West Wing of the White House in September. Biden must not continue with the Obama policy of appeasing Iran and turning a blind eye to its terrorist proxies, the writers warn.

'Not the outcome we hoped for': Former US presidents react to election results

Former presidents unite in response to Trump's 2024 win, urging Americans to extend 'good faith' across political divides.

Funeral service for the former U.S. President George H.W. Bush in Washington

Trump doesn't include Jews while thanking a ‘historic coalition’ for his election

In his victory speech, Trump hails a diverse voter coalition, from Black to Muslim Americans, while Jewish voters stand apart.

 Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena, Raleigh, North Carolina, Nov. 4, 2024.

American Jews across ideologies, battleground states react to second Trump presidency

From campus safety to Israel policy, Jewish Americans share hopes and fears for the future as some celebrate victory while others vow to "get louder."

 Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Trump participates in a "Fighting Anti-Semitism in America Event" in Washington

To bring change to the US, Trump must garner the public's broad trust - opinion

If Trump aims to be remembered as an extraordinary president, he must recognize that a substantial portion of Americans remain wary of him and his future administration. 

 DONALD TRUMP is joined by his wife, Melania, and son Barron during his election night rally in West Palm Beach, Florida, yesterday morning.

If Jewish unity means accepting bigotry and dehumanization, count me out - opinion

If the Jewish community is going to insist that the tent be big enough to include unapologetic Trumpers but exclude earnest, nonviolent critics of the Israeli government, I don’t want to be in it.

 A barricade with the word "Stop" stands in front of the White House, after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump won the presidential election, in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 6, 2024.