Midterm elections
Lawler, Conley battle for Jewish voters in pivotal New York race that could decide House control
Mike Lawler and Cait Conley clashed over Israel, antisemitism, and Zohran Mamdani in a pivotal New York congressional race, with both candidates pledging continued US military support for Israel.
Trump weighs pursuing action against Clinton, Obama if Democrats renew impeachment efforts
Editor's Notes: A break with Israel would hurt American Jews, too - comment
Talarico blames Netanyahu, not Israeli people, for devastation in Gaza
Trump signs bill to avert government shutdown before midterm elections
By a vote of 370-48, the House passed the extension of current spending through December 11 on Tuesday. The Senate passed the measure on August 8.
Trump aides, fearing a midterm crash, push to keep Iran war 'quiet' for time being
Top Trump aides want to keep the Iran war contained heading into the midterms, as Republicans defend slim majorities. After the election, sources say stronger strikes could return.
No plans for US troops to be deployed to polling places during midterm elections, top general says
In a letter to US Senator Elissa Slotkin, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine said election administration and security remain the responsibility of state and local officials.
Vance, Rubio, or Hegseth? Trump's inner circle quietly prepares for fierce US 2028 race - analysis
Trump, who completely remade the GOP in his image, may discover that choosing who inherits it is more difficult than choosing who serves beneath him
Michigan Jewish leaders urge Democratic Party to protect Jewish delegates at convention
Soifer called on El-Sayed to “stand with and defend Nessel and other Jewish Democrats,” noting that JDCA would focus its campaign season on helping elect “Democrats who share our values.”
Bernie Sanders urges Democratic Party to ban AIPAC and super PACs from primaries, pass amendment
Sanders believes that even candidates who support super PAC reforms will continue accepting money from super PACs for use in elections so long as there is benefit to be gained from the arrangement.
Musk's America PAC plans $100 million-plus effort to boost Republican turnout - report
Musk's America PAC expects to play a large role in Republican voter turnout in November's congressional elections and is set to be one of the biggest outside spending campaigns of the 2026 midterms.
Israel's $50 million influence campaign reaches beyond Iran ceasefire - report
As 69% of US adults hold an unfavorable opinion of the Israeli government, Israel has spent an all-time high on hasbara at roughly $730 million, over four times the sum allowed in 2025.
Netanyahu a ‘burden to Trump,' dismantled US-Israel ties, Liberman tells ‘Post’ - interview
“Trump wants to distance himself from him [Netanyahu]. The relationship has become a burden, and it is already hurting him in the upcoming US midterm elections," Liberman said.
Pressure mounts on Democratic Senate candidate Platner to quit Maine race
Platner's campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Platner has denied wrongdoing but said on Monday he would take time "to reflect on the best path forward."
