Tag: Josh Gottheimer
Fl. Republican’s Bill to ‘Claw Back American Tax Dollars from UNRWA’ Passes Committee
On May 7, Mast and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) introduced a bipartisan bill to direct the Secretary of State to recover any federal funds that have been disbursed to UNRWA.
Antisemitism Charges Resurface as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries Visits Israel
Leader Jeffries is a friend, except that In the summer of 1991, he supported his uncle, antisemitic Professor Leonard Jeffries.
Bennett: No Point in Fighting the Iran Deal; Netanyahu: Iran Will Take the World...
US support will remain crucial even if the US policy on Iran poses a threat to Israeli security.
Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Authorize Supplying Israel with Bunker-Buster Bombs
It requires the U.S. Department of Defense to consult with Israel on its capability to deter threats from Iran and provide a report to Congress.
Pro-Israel Democrats Battle Bernie Sanders, AOC, for Ohio Seat and Party’s Future
Brown was recently endorsed by Hillary Clinton and is considered a moderate Democrat.
Democrats Introduce Bill Giving Israel Virtual Veto Over US Arms Sales to Arabs
“While I applaud the historic normalization of relations between Israel and both the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, I firmly believe we must continue supporting Israel to ensure safety and security in the region."
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.
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.
Minnesota Muslim Congresswoman Maligns AIPAC in New Anti-Semitic Tirade
Omar tweeted: "It's all about the Benjamins baby," as in the hundred dollar bills bearing founding father Benjamin Franklin's portrait. When asked to explain, Omar tweeted: "AIPAC."
Jerusalem-Based Institute Pushing US Bill for PA School Curriculum Transparency
“Congressman Young’s vision in initiating and introducing this bill is timely, remarkable, and potentially extremely significant in offering young Palestinians a peaceful vision for the future.”