Trump to host President al-Sharaa in historic visit as U.S. eyes Israel-Syria security deal

Platner suspends campaign, blaming organized conspiracy to force him out

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, the scandal-plagued progressive insurgent, announced on Wednesday evening that he plans to drop out of the race amid intense pressure, two days after a former romantic partner accused him of rape. Even as he announced his withdrawal, Platner remained defiant, claiming that the allegations against him were a conspiracy aimed... <a href="">Read More</a>

Graham signals support for Syrian leader he once moved to sanction

In a change of tone, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said on Wednesday that Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa deserves a chance to rebuild the war-torn country, arguing that his efforts to curb Iran’s influence in Syria should prompt Israel to reassess its approach to the new government.&nbsp; Graham, who has long been skeptical of Syria’s new... <a href="">Read More</a>

Jewish orgs celebrate ‘reason for optimism’ as NEA works to address union antisemitism

Major Jewish organizations expressed “reason for optimism” that the National Education Association, the nation’s largest teachers union, is taking meaningful steps to address rising antisemitism following its annual Representative Assembly, which concluded in Denver on Tuesday. The Jewish groups noted a safer and more inclusive environment for Jewish members at this year’s gathering, marking a... <a href="">Read More</a>

New, and seasoned, faces show out for Sun Valley 2026

More than 300 of the world’s most powerful executives have trickled into Idaho for Allen & Co’s invite-only, closed-door Sun Valley conference, where media moguls, tech titans and financiers gather every year to quietly reshape industries over private hikes and golf outings.&nbsp; Dina Powell McCormick, Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, Joshua Kushner, Karlie Kloss, Robert Kraft,... <a href="">Read More</a>

Trump says no war, as strikes continue

President Trump escalates strikes against Iran while Rahm Emanuel weighs a 2028 run. Explore the latest updates on global conflicts, upcoming Senate races, and shifting sentiments within the Jewish community.