2026 State Dept. funding bill leverages U.S. funding to combat antisemitism, anti-Israel bias in U.N.

Gallego leads Senate Democrats calling for halt to E1 settlement construction plans

Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) led 29 Senate Democratic colleagues on a joint statement on Friday urging the Israeli government to reverse its decision to allow settlement construction in the E1 area, which critics say would imperil the possibility of a contiguous Palestinian state in the West Bank. “Construction in the E1 area would sever East... <a href="https://jewishinsider.com/2026/03/gulf-states-united-iran-strikes-uae-saudi-arabia/">Read More</a>

Vance to address Republican Jewish Coalition closed-door gala

Vice President JD Vance will appear at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s annual leadership summit in Las Vegas, Nevada, to deliver the keynote address at Monday night’s closed-door gala dinner for VIP attendees. Vance’s address comes as Jewish and pro-Israel Republicans have expressed concern over his&nbsp; critical tone toward Israel and his association with far-right commentator... <a href="">Read More</a>

Raskin rankles constituents

This briefing covers the contentious Saudi nuclear deal, debates over campus antisemitism probes, Turkey's new lobbying efforts, and key political developments affecting the Jewish community.

Trump administration tees up Capitol Hill fight over Saudi nuclear deal

The Trump administration this week submitted the civilian nuclear deal it signed with Saudi Arabia to Congress for a legally mandated review period —&nbsp;during which time Congress could, theoretically, vote to block the deal. Of most concern for lawmakers, the agreement would reportedly allow for nuclear enrichment inside Saudi Arabia, which critics warn could provide... <a href="">Read More</a>

Raskin’s probe of campus antisemitism investigations draws criticism from Jewish community

For years, Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) has been viewed by his Jewish constituents as an ally in fighting antisemitism and as generally supportive of Israel, despite his deep disagreements with the Netanyahu government and current U.S. policy in the Middle East.&nbsp; The congressman has maintained a good relationship with many of the Jewish constituents in... <a href="https://jewishinsider.com/2025/06/brad-cooper-confirmation-hearing-strait-hormuz/">Read More</a>