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Man carrying weapons and protest manifesto against Gaza war tried to enter U.S. Capitol on Election Day

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 7 Nov

On Election Day, Austin M. Olson was apprehended at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center after being found with weapons, fuel, and a manifesto critical of the U.S. government's role in the Israel-Hamas war.

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Could Donald Trump’s win end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home?

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 7 Nov

Donald Trump's potential return to the presidency raises questions about his influence on the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the fate of hostages held by Hamas.

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Anxiety, concern and hope: How swing-state rabbis, and their communities, are reacting to Trump’s win

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 7 Nov

In the wake of Donald Trump's re-election, swing-state rabbis across America are expressing a range of emotions from anxiety to hope, reflecting the diverse concerns of their communities.

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Anxiety, concern and hope: How swing-state rabbis, and their communities, are reacting to Trump’s win

Jacob Gurvis in JTA · 7 Nov

In the wake of Donald Trump's re-election, swing-state rabbis across America are expressing a range of emotions from anxiety to hope, reflecting the diverse concerns of their communities.

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After Trump victory, Democrats debate what comes next

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 7 Nov

In the wake of Trump's second presidential victory over Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party is engaged in a deep internal debate on its future direction.

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Donald Trump thanked a ‘historic coalition’ for his election. He didn’t include Jews.

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 6 Nov

In his election victory speech, Donald Trump acknowledged diverse demographic groups contributing to his win, but notably omitted mentioning Jewish voters, a group that has traditionally supported Democrats.

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Gaza didn't cost Harris the election. But her approach pointed to a broader problem

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 6 Nov

Vice President Kamala Harris's loss in the 2024 presidential election exposed broader issues within the Democratic Party, particularly the challenge of balancing support for Israel with the demands of its progressive base.

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Elissa Slotkin, centrist Jewish Democrat, wins tight Michigan Senate race

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 6 Nov

Elissa Slotkin, a centrist Jewish Democrat, has won the Michigan Senate race against former Rep. Mike Rogers, marking a significant win for Democrats in a pivotal swing state that previously favored Republican Donald Trump.

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The Trump Triumph

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 6 Nov

The hosts discuss Donald Trump's unexpected electoral victory in 2024, comparing it to his 2016 win, and analyze the political climate that led to this outcome.

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Millions of Jews will be worrying about a Trump presidency – they’re right to be concerned

Jewish Chronicle · 6 Nov

Donald Trump's political return could generate mixed reactions among Jews, particularly concerning his relationship with Israel and implications for American Jews.

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Jewish voters play key role in NY House races, but number of Jewish members of Congress will drop

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 6 Nov

In the recent New York elections, Jewish voters played a pivotal role in shaping outcomes, impacting both local and national political landscapes.

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79% of Jews voted for Kamala Harris, according to largest preliminary exit poll

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 6 Nov

Preliminary exit polls from the National Election Pool suggest that 79% of Jewish voters supported Kamala Harris, continuing the trend of Jewish support for Democrats in national elections.

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Trump retakes presidency, heralding new era for the United States, its Jews and its relationship with Israel

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 6 Nov

Donald Trump has been re-elected as President of the United States, an outcome set to redefine U.S. policies and its relationship with Israel, amidst significant concerns among American Jews.

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Trump appears close to victory, promising to reshape the United States and its relationship with Israel

JTA · 6 Nov

As the U.S. presidential election results were being finalized, Donald Trump seemed poised for a possible return to the presidency, signaling potential shifts in U.S. domestic policy and its relationship with Israel.

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Exit poll: 77% of Jewish voters back Harris over Trump

Arno Rosenfeld in Forward · 6 Nov

An early exit poll indicates that 77% of Jewish voters supported Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris over Republican former President Donald Trump in the 2024 election.

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Pro-Trump PACs back more misleading ads about Harris and Israel in final bid for swing-state voters

Andrew Lapin in Forward · 6 Nov

In a last-minute electoral strategy, Republican-backed PACs funded deceptive messages in swing states, exploiting Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas conflict to undermine Vice President Kamala Harris and sway voters towards Donald Trump.

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How Trump will approach the Middle East in a second term

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider · 6 Nov

Former President Donald Trump's potential approach to the Middle East in a second term remains ambiguous, marked by silence on key events and contradictory messages.

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I am not Jewish, but I became a Zionist. Here's why.

Nick Rafter in Future of Jewish · 5 Nov

Nick Rafter, a New York-based journalist, shares his journey to becoming a Zionist amid rising global antisemitism, particularly surrounding Israel's participation in events like Eurovision.

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With harassment and intimidation expected, 'poll chaplains' work to keep calm on Election Day

Mira Fox in Forward · 5 Nov

Rabbinical student Rafi Ellenson joined a group of faith leaders in Pennsylvania to serve as 'poll chaplains' during the contentious 2024 U.S. elections.

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Bipartisan Empire: Foreign Policy, Regional War, and the 2024 Election

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 5 Nov

This episode features a live panel discussion on the foreign policy approaches of Trump and Harris as they head into the 2024 election, particularly focusing on the Middle East and the waning bipartisan consensus on American primacy.

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Bipartisan Empire: Foreign Policy, Regional War, and the 2024 Election

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 5 Nov

This episode features a live panel discussion on the foreign policy approaches of Trump and Harris as they head into the 2024 election, particularly focusing on the Middle East and the waning bipartisan consensus on American primacy.

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Live blog: NC and Delaware elect Jewish governors, LA shul turns polling place, Jerusalem watch party

Forward Staff in Forward · 5 Nov

During a pivotal Election Day, Jewish influence was notably prominent as two states, North Carolina and Delaware, elected Jewish governors.

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4 Jewish questions for Election Day 2024 and its aftermath

Ben Sales in JTA · 5 Nov

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Jewish Americans face critical questions about their role and influence in the political landscape.

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Trump is spending time with critics of Israel. His Jewish supporters aren’t concerned.

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 5 Nov

In the wake of former President Donald Trump's engagement with notable critics of Israel, his Jewish supporters continue to back him due to his strong pro-Israel record during his presidency from 2017 to 2021.

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Trump is spending time with critics of Israel. His Jewish supporters aren’t concerned.

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 5 Nov

In the wake of former President Donald Trump's engagement with notable critics of Israel, his Jewish supporters continue to back him due to his strong pro-Israel record during his presidency from 2017 to 2021.

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