U.S. Politics
“More and more, I go back to the Democratic National Socialist Party, the Nazi Party; I go to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, the USSR,” said Republican Cris Dush.
In a letter to the Democratic National Committee, more than 30 U.S. officials urge the party to place more emphasis on the Palestinians.
The embargo expires on Oct. 18, along with U.N. travel restrictions on Iranians associated with arms proliferation—the latter of which the letter also calls to be extended.
Amir Dianat, 55, and Kamran Lajmiri, 42, were charged with allegedly violating U.S. export laws and sanctions against Iran in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
Amir Dianat has allegedly been involved in developing illicit business opportunities to generate revenue for Tehran’s Quds Force.
“The post I shared on Facebook was actually from a friend who is Jewish,” said Pamela Hornberger (R-Chesterfield). “Today, when I was made aware of the controversy, I immediately deleted the post.”
“I am struck by the ignorance of politicians who insist on erroneously invoking the Holocaust to score cheap political points,” said Michigan Democratic Jewish Caucus founder and chairman Noah Arbit.
“We are concerned that the ban’s expiration will lead to more states buying and selling weapons to and from Iran,” stated a letter signed by at least 382 members.
The former vice president said “the move shouldn’t have happened in the context as it did,” but seems intent on keeping the U.S. embassy in Jerusalem.
Former Vice President Joe Biden’s embrace of J Street’s endorsement comes at a time when many are concerned about the erosion of support for Israel within the Democratic Party, especially with far-left Democrats like Reps. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) and Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) openly endorsing the BDS movement.
America stands ready to recognize Israeli sovereignty to areas of Judea and Samaria • Expects negotiations with Palestinians to continue, says State Department spokesperson • Arab League to convene emergency meeting to discuss Israeli annexation.
The senators cited a study by Tel Aviv University indicating that the pandemic has led to incitement, scapegoating the Jews for spreading the virus, in addition to causing the economic downturn.
