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Political standoff causing DHS shutdown delays security grants for synagogues
The grant program has become a cornerstone of security planning for Jewish institutions across the United States, especially in the wake of sometimes deadly attacks.
AIPAC targeting US congressional candidates who want to condition aid to Israel
Trump 'willing to use lethal force' against Iran, White House says
Pahlavi or Khamenei: Iran is at a crossroads - opinion
US senators look to overhaul security clearances after damaging documents leak
The issue has been in the national spotlight with the arrest last month of Jack Teixeira, a 21-year-old low-ranking member of the Air National Guard accused of taking advantage of his clearance.
New US report on Abu Akleh killing must be released, senator says
The request was made by Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen in a letter sent to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday.
Senate Democrats welcome Sharm el-Sheikh meeting, call for de-escalation
Among the senators who joined the call were Ben Cardin (D-MD), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Cory Booker (D-NJ).
Republicans demand answers from Education Dept. on antisemitism funding
The lawmakers accused the Biden administration of allowing "taxpayer-funded antisemitism" at colleges and universities across the country.
Animal testing drugs for US FDA approval no longer mandatory
Called the FDA Modernization Act 2.0, the bill, signed into law by US President Joe Biden, saw support from Republicans and Democrats alike.
Zelensky’s Washington visit could be a gamechanger - analysis
Zelensky's resolve to stay in the capital and also visit the frontlines has been one of the shining moments of Ukraine’s war effort.
Republicans need to stop the assault on Social Security - opinion
1 in 4 Americans – retirees, disabled, survivors – receive some form of Social Security. This is an insurance program people have paid into all their working years, not some government handout.
Midterms: The United States is heading to the polls
The United States will hold its midterm elections on Tuesday will all of the seats in the House of Representatives up for grabs.
In Nevada’s nail-baiter race, the Jewish vote could determine the winner
Republicans are likely to win back the House of Representatives and eyeing a Senate victory as well, while Democrats seek to expand their Senate margin, promising voters to codify Roe v. Wade.