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Democrats push back on White House’s planned $2.8 billion sale of bombs to Israel
Congressional Democrats are taking steps to attempt to halt a planned $2.8 billion sale of heavy bombs to Israel, which is reportedly set to be financed with U.S. foreign military funding. Rep. Greg…
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4mMamdani won’t protest Netanyahu — and doesn’t urge New Yorkers to, either
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani told reporters on Wednesday that he does not intend to participate in any demonstrations against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s appearance at the U.N. General Assembly next week — and maintained he did not endorse public agitation against the Jewish state’s premier, an apparent ratcheting-down of his remarks from... <a href="">Read More</a>
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Deep-dish dog whistle
Today's Daily Kickoff covers Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's campaign rhetoric, Vice President JD Vance's views on U.S.-Israel policy, Houthi threats, and critical legislative updates from Capitol Hill.
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7mChicago Mayor Brandon Johnson targets top Jewish Democratic donor amid rocky road to reelection
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing a long list of challengers in his reelection campaign next year — not to mention dismal job approval ratings and paltry fundraising. He kicked off his bid for a second term at an event on Sunday, however, directly targeting AIPAC as well as a Jewish Democratic donor who has... <a href="">Read More</a>
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3mVance likens U.S.-Israel ties to NATO, says U.S. policy ‘cannot’ be 'subservient’ to Israel
Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday that the U.S. must prioritize its own needs and “cannot let our Middle Eastern foreign policy be subservient to the State of Israel,” likening the dynamic to that of NATO during a virtual appearance at the All-In Summit. Vance made the comments in conversation with “All-In Podcast” co-host... <a href="">Read More</a>
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9mHouthi gains leave Saudi Arabia short on options and looking to Washington
Saudi Arabia’s escalating conflict with the Houthis has revealed just how challenging it has become for the U.S. to deter the Iran‑backed terrorist group, former officials and regional experts say, as Houthi gains along the Red Sea raise alarms about global shipping and give Tehran fresh leverage. Analysts said that while Israel could help Riyadh... <a href="">Read More</a>