George Latimer, a centrist who emphasized a pro-Israel stance, defeated Rep. Jamaal Bowman in the Democratic primary in New York's 16th Congressional district.

Israel and Gaza have emerged as key issues in local New York City Democratic primary races beyond just the high-profile contest between Rep. Jamaal Bowman and George Latimer.

The upcoming primary battle in New York's 16th district between Rep. Jamaal Bowman and centrist George Latimer is significant for Israel's position within the Democratic Party.

A local Orthodox group named Westchester Unites is working to influence the reelection bid of Rep. Jamaal Bowman by encouraging Jewish voters in the district to cast mail-in ballots before the June 25 Democratic primary against pro-Israel challenger George Latimer.

In a significant Maryland Democratic Senate primary, Angela Alsobrooks, backed by J Street, defeated David Trone, who has ties to AIPAC but did not receive their endorsement.

Senator Chris Coons defended President Joe Biden's warning to withhold offensive weapons from Israel if they launch a full-scale assault on Rafah.

After President Biden suspended the delivery of certain large bombs to Israel as it prepared to confront Hamas, there was a strong pro-Israel backlash from various leaders and organizations, including criticism from Jewish figures who have traditionally supported Democrats.

Rep. Jamaal Bowman is reportedly trailing by 17 points in his reelection bid against Westchester County Executive George Latimer, with Latimer gaining support from various Democratic and Jewish groups due to Bowman's controversial stance on Israel.

Howard Kohr, the CEO of the influential American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) since 1996, has announced his retirement by the end of the year.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries declined to support Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's call for new Israeli elections to replace Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Reject AIPAC, a coalition of left-leaning groups, was launched as a response to American Israel Public Affairs Committee's (AIPAC) influence in Congress and its spending to diminish critics of Israel, particularly in Democratic primaries.

Vice President Kamala Harris called for an immediate six-week ceasefire in Gaza at a civil rights event, emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid to enter the region, mostly placing the onus on Israel.

The House and Senate are rushing competing aid packages for Israel to the floor, with votes expected as soon as this week.

J Street, a pro-Israel, pro-peace lobby, has withdrawn its endorsement of New York Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman due to his criticisms of Israel during the Israel-Hamas war.

The U.S. Senate has declined to consider a bill introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders to assess whether Israel is complying with U.S. human rights laws regarding the aid it receives.

The US Campaign for Palestinian Rights, a major pro-Palestinian advocacy group, is creating a political arm to grade members of Congress, mobilize voters, and make political donations.

Five major Jewish organizations, including the American Jewish Committee, American Israel Public Affairs Committee, Jewish Federations of North America, Anti-Defamation League, and the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, have formed the 10/7 Project to maintain American support for Israel and address what they perceive as a gap in coverage of the Israel-Hamas war.

Rep. Jamaal Bowman held a meeting with Jewish constituents to address concerns about his stance on the Israel-Hamas war, but the meeting had to be relocated due to protests at the original venue, a church.

Jewish allies of Rep. Jamaal Bowman are defending him against efforts by local rabbis and pro-Israel groups to remove him from office.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with ten members of the Congressional Black Caucus in Jerusalem in an attempt to improve his relationship with the Biden administration and Democrats.

Activists from the progressive Jewish group IfNotNow have launched a campaign urging Democratic lawmakers in New York to reject endorsements and financial contributions from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC).

Nikki Haley, former governor of South Carolina and Republican presidential candidate, is gaining support from Jewish Republicans as a potential alternative to Donald Trump.

Rep. Ilhan Omar discussed her past social media posts perceived as antisemitic on CNN, acknowledging and apologizing for using language trafficking in antisemitism.

In this article, the author reflects on the perceived Jewish power in America, particularly through the distorted lens of antisemitism.

The author recounts their experience with rising antisemitism in their hometown of Durham, North Carolina, particularly related to the campaign called Deadly Exchange, which blames Israel for policing issues in the US.