Tag: Eliot Engel
Dr. Miriam Levitt Flisser Looking to Replace Squad Rep. Jamaal Bowman in NY 16
In May 2022, Bowman signed on to Rashida Tlaib’s Resolution “Recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees’ rights.”
Squad Congressman Bowman Facing Primary Challenge from Kosovo-Born, Pro Israel Vedat Gashi
He was offended by Bowman’s ties with the Democratic Socialists of America, which has endorsed the BDS campaign against Israel.
Israeli Children Invite Congressman Jamaal Bowman to Come Visit
Our reader C.J. Glass sent this video to Congressman Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) and has yet to receive "anything in return other than an automated message."
AOC-Endorsed NY Congressman Jamaal Bowman Had ‘Thoughtful Conversation’ with Israel’s Consul General
Israeli consulate spokesman Itay Milner said, “The progressive movement and the State of Israel share common goals."
AOC Drives ‘Law & Order Democrat’ Chuck Schumer Down a Progressive Slope
It's good to be the king, but then, inevitably, those folks with the pitchforks and guillotines show up at your door and ask if you could please step outside for a moment.
Pelosi Denies AOC Elliot Engel’s Coveted House Committee Seat
Just before the Steering Committee voted on the Energy and Commerce slots, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic leadership team circulated a slate of their candidates.
AOC Goes to War Over Biden’s Pick of Rahm Emanuel
“Someone like Rahm Emanuel would be a pretty divisive pick,” AOC said.
The ‘Squad’ Wins Reelection, Adds New Anti-Israel Congresswoman
The Squad has presented House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a near-existential challenge.
Linda Sarsour’s Pal Wins Democratic Nomination in Missouri Primary
So, Israel has lost another friend in Congress.
Vote Count Complete: Rep. Eliot Engel Routed by Challenger Jamaal Bowman 56 – 40
“The world has changed, Congress needs to change, too,” Bowman said in a statement to the media shortly after he was declared the winner.
Republican Jews Mourn Rep. Engel’s Defeat, But Don’t Field GOP Candidate nor Support Conservative...
If you're not running a Republican in the 16th, and you don't support the rightwing candidate who is in the race, you concede the district to the radical wing of the democratic party – so what good are you?
Pressured from Left and Right, Jewish Representation in Congress on the Decline
US Representative from New York Nita Lowey, a Democrat who is 83, has announced her retirement last October.
IfNotNow Backing Black Candidate Against Jewish Incumbent in NY’s 16th Congressional District
The 16th district includes the northern Bronx and the southern half of Westchester County, including the suburban cities of Mount Vernon, Yonkers, New Rochelle, and Rye.
Risking Clash with Pompeo, GOP to Propose Uncompromising Sanctions Against Iran
The RSC is likely to face pushback from Mike Pompeo's State Department on calling for the cancellation of one sanctions waiver.
Netanyahu Meets Top Democrats, in Jerusalem for Yad Vashem Forum
There are probably Republicans in the picture, too, but Bibi is crowded up by Democrats, three of whom are members of the tribe.
Following Monsey Attack, Congress Members to Help Synagogues, Nonprofits Apply for NSGP Funding
Grants of up to $100,000 each to nonprofits at risk of terrorist attacks can go towards improving building security by acquiring and installing items ranging from fences, lighting and video surveillance to metal detectors and blast-resistant doors, locks and windows.
Pelosi, Abdullah II, Meet, But King Won’t Attack Trump’s Syria Pullout
The king's press release only got to the Syria question in paragraph 5.
Tlaib’s Grandmother: ‘I Hope God Will Destroy Trump’ After Tlaib Rejects Visit
Many in the media, both news and social, suggested not allowing in the two exceptionally hateful women was somehow anti-Democratic. Does democracy mean turning the other cheek? Wrong religion, folks.
President Rivlin to Rep. Engel (D-NY) Who Supported Obama’s Nuclear Deal: ‘We See Eye...
Last August, Rep. Engel condemned President Donald Trump's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal.
GOP to Force New Anti-Semitism Amendment Down Democrats’ Craw
It appears the House Democrats are going to bite this bullet and vote down the anti-Semitism amendment, hoping that their Jewish constituents would understand.
Democrats Seeking Distance from Unrepentant Anti-Semite Omar
If anyone was hoping Omar would consider her future in the party and stop attacking Jews – that's not likely, since she has already pinned her future on her anti-Semitism disguised as criticism of Zionists.
11 Pro-Israel Groups Call on Pelosi to Yank Rep. Omar from Foreign Affairs Committee
The pro-Israel groups told Pelosi that Omar’s appearance before Islamic Relief USA had shocked US Jews, since the UAE and Israel designated it a terrorist organization many years ago.
Top Democrats Pressing Case Against ‘Vile Anti-Semitic’ Congresswoman
Omar referenced the classic "dual loyalties" accusation used by Jew haters for at least 3,500 years.
Surprising Republicans, Democratic House Unanimously Condemns Anti-Semitism
The Democrats are determined to never again fall into these Republican traps, which Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic leadership have already taken care of when they condemned Ilhan Omar.
Senate Anti-BDS Vote Could Isolate House Anti-Israel Democrats
It is unlikely that House Democrats would touch the anti-BDS portion of the Senate legislative package, if only to avoid exposing the party's rift over Israel.
Capitol Hill Celebrates Jerusalem’s Liberation on 50th Anniversary
Members of Congress and many of the nation’s chief religious leaders call on President Trump to move the US embassy to Jerusalem.
Jewish Congressman Attacks US Embassy over Cutting Israel from Video
'I am appalled that the US Embassy in Saudi Arabia disingenuously posted this incomplete and misleading video.'
House Condemns UN Anti-Settlements Resolution
Most of the Nay votes came from Democrats, including Keith Ellison (D-Mn), who is in the running to head the Democratic National Committee.
Now More than a Dozen Democratic Reps Against Nuclear Iran Deal
Maloney said that despite the administration's diplomatic efforts, she could not support the Nuclear Iran Deal.
Two More D Congressmen Against Nuclear Iran Deal (And Nadler For)
Two Ds announce they will vote against the JCPOA, Rep. Jerry (D-NY) Nadler will vote for it.