Tag: GOP
GOP Replaces Rep. Santos with Ethiopian IDF Veteran, Mother of 7
The Pilips are Orthodox, and Mazi is vice president of her synagogue, Kol Yisrael Achim, on Middle Neck Rd in Great Neck.
House Republicans Plan to Vote $14.5 Billion Emergency Aid to Israel Thursday
Israel may receive money that would be denied the Ukraine.
US History Made: House Speaker McCarthy Ousted from Office
GOP Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina was named interim Speaker to serve until a new leader is selected.
GOP House Speaker Kevin McCarthy Arrives in Israel, Heads First to Western Wall
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana told McCarthy that he looks forward to "strengthening the relations between our two Houses," and added, "We're going to do great things together."
Mike Pompeo Announces He Won’t Seek 2024 GOP Nomination for President
Pompeo did not commit to supporting former President Trump in the upcoming race. “I think there’s a long way to go. I think Americans are thirsting for people making arguments, not just tweets," he said.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to Visit Israel in April Before Possible Presidential Run
“At a time of unnecessarily strained relations between Jerusalem and Washington, Florida serves as a bridge between the American and Israeli people."
Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley Announces Run for US President
Speaking in a video announcement posted on Twitter, Haley said bluntly, “It’s time for a new generation of leadership.”
Kevin McCarthy Short of Votes in House GOP Vote for Speaker
Until the selection is made, all business will be halted in the chamber – including the swearing-in of members and other important actions.
GOP Retakes House, Pro-Israel McCarthy to Become Speaker
US Rep. Kevin McCarthy went on record this year affirming that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel “and always will be."
Crown Heights Activists Call to Vote ‘Republican Down the Ballot’
"We trust that these candidates will run our state efficiently, and allocate money to the correct places instead of the current situation."
Trump Poised to Announce GOP Presidential Run Nov. 14, Takes a Failed Shot at...
Trump referred to the Florida governor as “Ron DeSanctimonious” during a political rally in Latrobe, Pennsylvania this weekend -- but was roundly criticized for it by his fellow Republicans.
Exclusive: A Chat with Manhattan Millennial Naomi Levin, Challenger to Democratic Congressman Jerrold Nadler
"It’s important that we have a strong and cooperative relationship with our allies in the fight against extremism. We have a lot to learn from Israel..."
Arthur Finkelstein, Political Adviser, Passes at 72
Finkelstein helped several Israeli politicians craft winning political campaigns, among them, incumbent Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Former Pres. George H.W. Bush in ICU, Wife Barbara Also Hospitalized
Former President George HW Bush is in the ICU with pneumonia; his wife Barbara is hospitalized with bronchitis. Both are in their 90s.
Report: US Ambassador To Israel May Work Sans Embassy in Jerusalem
What do you call a Consulate if the Ambassador works and lives there full time in residence?
Jason Miller Declines White House Post as Communications Director
The communications director for President-elect Donald Trump's transition team won't go to the White House; he says family comes before career.
Electoral College Vote Confirms Donald J. Trump is US President-Elect
US President-elect Donald Trump and Vice-President-elect Mike Pence have re-won their posts in the Electoral College vote on December 19, 2016.
Michigan Vote Recount Reaffirms Trump Election Was Legitimate
A recount of the vote in Michigan affirmed that Donald J. Trump legitimately won the US presidential election.
Jewish Numbers Grow in Congress, Republicans Take Both Houses
Jewish lawmakers have increased their numbers in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the GOP swept both houses of Congress.
Trump Campaign Labels KKK Praise ‘Repulsive’
Campaign reps for GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump labeled praise from a KKK-linked newspaper, "repulsive."
List of Pledges to Israel from GOP Candidate Donald J. Trump
GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump has taken off the gloves, and mask, and pledged full support to Israel.
FBI Reopens Probe Into Thousands of Clinton Emails on Abedin & Weiner Laptop
The FBI threw a curve ball to the Clinton camp on Friday, announcing it would reopen the email probe.
GOP Candidate Donald Trump Endorsed by Nevada’s Biggest Newspaper, Owned by Adelson
GOP presidential candidate Donald J. Trump was endorsed by Nevada's biggest newspaper, the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Republican HQ in Orange County, North Carolina Firebombed, With Threat on Adjacent Wall
Neo-Nazi graffiti targets North Carolina's Republican Party with a threat after a firebomb attack.
Netanyahu to Meet Trump and Clinton in NYC
PM Netanyahu is to meet with presidential candidates from both the GOP and Democratic parties in the US before returning to Israel.
Clinton Aide Skips Subpoena, IT Specialists Cite Fifth Amendment at Clinton ‘Emailgate’ Hearing
The plot thickens as a Clinton aide flatly refuses to appear, even under subpoena, at a Congressional committee hearing over his former boss's private server. Two out of three IT specialists refused to talk.
Seattle Jewish Business Mogul Dumps Trump, But Others Pick Up Slack
A prominent Republican Jewish real estate developer in Seattle backs away from supporting Donald Trump after locals turn up the heat.
American Nazi Party Proclaims A Win For Trump Would Be A ‘Real Opportunity’
A win for GOP presidential contender Donald Trump is being seen as a boost for the American Nazi Party.
Into the Fray: What if the GOP Wins? – Potential Payoffs and Pitfalls for...
The changes in the Republican platform are a welcome development, but they create new challenges for Israel & much depends on how it meets them
Debbie Wasserman Schultz Kicked Out of Democratic National Convention Leadership Role
DNC Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schulz is dropped from leading the Democratic National Convention after leaked emails show bias against Sen. Bernie Sanders.