Bernie Sanders feels ‘proud’ of protestors at US campuses, warns Israel-Hamas war 'may be Biden's Vietnam'
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Bernie Sanders feels ‘proud’ of protestors at US campuses, warns Israel-Hamas war 'may be Biden's Vietnam'

Hindustan Times  

Senator Bernie Sanders has voiced his support for pro-Palestine protests looming in US campuses, and blasted President Joe Biden over his backing of Israel. Appearing in an interview with CNN's Christiane Amanpour on Friday, Sanders compared Biden's situation with former President Lyndon Johnson, who decided against seeking reelection in 1968 due to student protests against the Vietnam War. “I worry very much that President Biden is putting himself in a position where he has alienated not just young people, but a lot of the Democratic base in terms of his views on Israel and this war.” Bernie Sanders hails anti-Israel protestors Meanwhile, he took to X, formerly Twitter to says that “without protests, we would still live in a segregated country.” “Without protests, women would still be second class citizens. While protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict have caused chaos on US college campuses, Biden upheld the right to peaceful protest, but insisted that "order must prevail."

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The Middle East Crisis: How the US-Israel War is Shaping US Politics
54 years, 11 months ago

The Middle East Crisis: How the US-Israel War is Shaping US Politics

CNN  

The recent Hamas terror attacks in the Middle East have had a profound impact on US politics, shaping the outcome of the upcoming presidential election. The attacks have intensified the already divisive political climate, with the US facing a dilemma between its commitment to Israel and the potential escalation of a Middle East war. The tragedy has also exacerbated the …

Biden says he doesn’t know whether Israel may be holding up peace deal to influence U.S. election
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden says he doesn’t know whether Israel may be holding up peace deal to influence U.S. election

LA Times  

President Biden had terse words for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday, and said he didn’t know whether the Israeli leader was holding up a peace deal in order to influence the outcome of the U.S. presidential election. And whether he’s trying to influence the election, I don’t know, but I’m not counting on that.” Biden, in a rare appearance …

Anti-War Lawmakers Tiptoe Around Harris’ Vow To Keep Arming Israel
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Anti-War Lawmakers Tiptoe Around Harris’ Vow To Keep Arming Israel

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Sens. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren reiterated their beliefs on Sunday that the United States should immediately stop funding Israel’s nearly yearlong military campaign in Gaza, but still tiptoed around the idea of directly pressuring Vice President Kamala Harris following her remarks that essentially vowed to continue arming a country accused by much of the international community …

‘Empty words’: Advocates say Biden’s Gaza ceasefire nod at DNC falls short
4 months ago

‘Empty words’: Advocates say Biden’s Gaza ceasefire nod at DNC falls short

Al Jazeera  

US president says Palestinian rights demonstrators outside the party convention in Chicago ‘have a point’. Chicago, Illinois – United States President Joe Biden’s send-off speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was often interrupted by adoring chants of “Thank you, Joe.” But outside the convention halls on Monday, thousands of protesters held signs accusing Biden of war crimes and …

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu meets with Biden as cease-fire talks face delays
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu meets with Biden as cease-fire talks face delays

Hindustan Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with President Joe Biden in Washington on Thursday, a day after Netanyahu delivered a scathing speech to Congress in which he vowed to achieve “total victory” against Hamas and denounced American opponents of the war in Gaza as “idiots.” Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu meets with Biden as cease-fire talks face delays Hamas has slammed …

Gaza war protesters hold a ‘die-in’ near the White House as Netanyahu meets with Biden, Harris
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Gaza war protesters hold a ‘die-in’ near the White House as Netanyahu meets with Biden, Harris

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Protesters against the Gaza war held a “die-in” across from Lafayette Park and the White House on Thursday as President Joe Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In an address to Congress on Wednesday, Netanyahu defended Israel’s conduct during the war, as thousands of demonstrators massed near the Capitol, marching through city streets carrying Palestinian flags …

Biden hosts Israel’s Netanyahu at White House amid Gaza war protests
5 months ago

Biden hosts Israel’s Netanyahu at White House amid Gaza war protests

Al Jazeera  

Israeli prime minister will also meet VP Kamala Harris and ex-President Donald Trump on contentious visit to US. Washington, DC – US President Joe Biden has held talks at the White House with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a day after thousands protested against the Israeli leader’s visit to the United States capital amid the Gaza war. Prime Minister Benjamin …

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu addresses Congress and vows to achieve 'total victory'
5 months ago

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu addresses Congress and vows to achieve 'total victory'

The Independent  

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Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu addresses Congress and vows to achieve ‘total victory’
5 months ago

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu addresses Congress and vows to achieve ‘total victory’

Associated Press  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress in Washington on Wednesday as he sought to bolster the United States’ support for his country’s fight against Hamas and other Iran-backed armed groups. Netanyahu vows to press forward with war until ‘total victory’ WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin said he is ready to press forward with Israel’s war against Hamas until …

Biden faces ridicule for saying he’s been ‘very supportive’ of Palestinians
5 months, 1 week ago

Biden faces ridicule for saying he’s been ‘very supportive’ of Palestinians

Al Jazeera  

US president says he has done more for Palestinians than anyone despite mounting death toll and destruction in Gaza. I’m the guy that made sure that I got the Egyptians to open the border… I’m the guy that’s been able to pull together the Arab states to agree to help the Palestinians with food and shelter.” He added, “I mean, …

Palestinian Lives Were Invisible To Both Donald Trump And Joe Biden In The First Debate
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Palestinian Lives Were Invisible To Both Donald Trump And Joe Biden In The First Debate

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Palestinians in Gaza are living through historic suffering. But at Thursday night’s debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, neither offered either sympathy or a path forward for Palestinians, whose cause has animated huge protests domestically and fueled outrage the world over. She then accurately noted Israeli retaliation has “killed thousands of Palestinians and …

Trump calls Biden a ‘bad Palestinian’ in US presidential debate jab
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump calls Biden a ‘bad Palestinian’ in US presidential debate jab

Al Jazeera  

Both candidates fail to address Palestinian suffering, toll of Israel’s war on Gaza as protesters rally near venue. Republican Donald Trump has called US President Joe Biden “a very bad Palestinian” who doesn’t want to help Israel “finish the job” against Hamas in its war on Gaza. He’s become like a Palestinian – but they don’t like him because he’s …

Biden suggests Netanyahu prolonging Israel’s Gaza war for political gains
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden suggests Netanyahu prolonging Israel’s Gaza war for political gains

Al Jazeera  

US president’s remarks come as Washington pursues a truce and captives deal between Israel and Hamas to end conflict. Biden’s remarks come as his administration pushes for a truce deal and exchange of captives between Israel and Hamas that Washington says would lead to an “enduring ceasefire” and the eventual reconstruction of Gaza. Meanwhile, Netanyahu has said the deal would …

Trump promises crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests if elected
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump promises crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests if elected

Al Jazeera  

Trump tells donors that the student demonstrators are part of a ‘radical revolution’ and promises to defeat them. Earlier this month, the likely Republican nominee told a small group of predominantly Jewish donors that he would expel student demonstrators, who he claimed were part of a “radical revolution”, from the US if he is elected, according to a report by …

‘You're an enabler, President Biden’, Democrat Rep Rashida Tlaib's most brutal attack over Gaza, GOP wants her out
6 months, 3 weeks ago

‘You're an enabler, President Biden’, Democrat Rep Rashida Tlaib's most brutal attack over Gaza, GOP wants her out

Hindustan Times  

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib took aim at President Biden's support for Israel during a speech in Detroit, vowing not to forget his stance come November. U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib speaks during a press conference alongside lawmakers and university union members on protecting the right of free speech, following a crackdown on pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses, on Capitol Hill in Washington, …

Blinken faces outcry over Israel’s war on Gaza during Senate testimonies
7 months ago

Blinken faces outcry over Israel’s war on Gaza during Senate testimonies

Al Jazeera  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken was repeatedly interrupted by protesters condemning the US policy towards ally Israel and its war on Gaza as he testified before United States Senate committees. At the hearing on Tuesday before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Blinken flinched from a protester who approached him from behind, waving a sign that said “criminal”, before security officers …

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters rally in the rain in DC to mark a painful present and past
7 months ago

Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters rally in the rain in DC to mark a painful present and past

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Hundreds of protesters rallied within sight of the U.S. Capitol, chanting pro-Palestinian slogans and voicing criticism of the Israeli and American governments as they marked a painful present — the war in Gaza — and past — the exodus of some 700,000 Palestinians who fled or were forced from what is now Israel when the state was created …

For Biden and Netanyahu, Gaza is a balancing act for their political survival
7 months, 2 weeks ago

For Biden and Netanyahu, Gaza is a balancing act for their political survival

The Independent  

Another week, a few more degrees of separation between the United States and Israel – or so it would appear. With Prime Minister Netanyahu poised to launch a major offensive against the southern Gaza city of Rafah, President Biden said he had warned Israel that if the operation went ahead, he would withhold US weapons. News of the delayed shipment …

Election 2024: Bernie Sanders campaigns for Biden while raising concerns about Gaza
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Election 2024: Bernie Sanders campaigns for Biden while raising concerns about Gaza

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In April, Bernie Sanders repeatedly stood shoulder to shoulder with President Joe Biden, promoting their joint accomplishments on health care and climate at formal White House events while eviscerating Donald Trump in a widely viewed campaign TikTok video. “He’s not trimming the sails on Gaza, because of Biden,” said Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt., who succeeded Sanders in the …

They disagree on Gaza, but Bernie Sanders says he will battle for Biden’s reelection
7 months, 2 weeks ago

They disagree on Gaza, but Bernie Sanders says he will battle for Biden’s reelection

LA Times  

President Biden, right, and Sen. Bernie Sanders, shown last month at the White House, share a bond that was forged through a hard-fought primary in 2020 and fortified through policy achievements over the last three years. Then last week, Sanders was bluntly warning that the crisis in Gaza could be Biden’s “Vietnam” and invoking President Lyndon B. Johnson’s decision not …

Liberal icon Bernie Sanders is running for Senate reelection, squelching retirement rumors
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Liberal icon Bernie Sanders is running for Senate reelection, squelching retirement rumors

Associated Press  

Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont announced Monday he will run for reelection this year, squelching speculation that the 82-year-old progressive icon might retire at a time when the Democratic Party is anxious about the advancing age of its top leaders. Sanders has criticized President Joe Biden’s handling of the U.S. relationship with Israel even as he’s hailed much of Biden’s …

Senate races are roiled by campus protests over the war in Gaza as campaign rhetoric sharpens
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Senate races are roiled by campus protests over the war in Gaza as campaign rhetoric sharpens

Associated Press  

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The student protest movement disrupting university campuses, classes and graduation ceremonies over the war in Gaza is also roiling Senate contests across the nation as Democrats tread cautiously over an internal divide and Republicans play up their rivals’ disagreements. Mike Rogers, a Republican seeking an open Senate seat in Michigan, said student protesters at Columbia were “Hamas …

As protests roil college campuses, young voters’ support for Biden hangs in the balance
7 months, 3 weeks ago

As protests roil college campuses, young voters’ support for Biden hangs in the balance

LA Times  

After days of protests roiling college campuses, President Biden broke his silence with a terse speech condemning the chaos and calling for order, while also holding up protest as a fundamental American right. For months, the Biden campaign has been pushing issues seemingly close to young voters’ hearts — forgiving student debt, advocating for abortion access and even reclassifying marijuana …

Joe Biden remains tight-lipped as Gaza protesters clash with cops on college campuses
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Biden remains tight-lipped as Gaza protesters clash with cops on college campuses

Hindustan Times  

President Joe Biden is staying mum about student protests and police crackdowns as Republicans try to turn campus unrest over the war in Gaza into a campaign cudgel against Democrats. But Biden's last public comment came more than a week ago, when he condemned “antisemitic protests” and “those who don’t understand what’s going on with the Palestinians.” The White House, …

Biden says ‘order must prevail’ during campus protests over Gaza
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden says ‘order must prevail’ during campus protests over Gaza

LA Times  

President Biden delivers remarks from the White House about student protests over the war in Gaza on Thursday. President Biden on Thursday defended the right to protest but insisted that “order must prevail” as college campuses across the country face unrest over the war in Gaza. On Wednesday, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Biden is “monitoring the situation …

'We're not an authoritarian nation where we silence people': Biden defends pro-Palestine protests at colleges
7 months, 3 weeks ago

'We're not an authoritarian nation where we silence people': Biden defends pro-Palestine protests at colleges

India TV News  

US President Joe Biden on Thursday defended the right to protest but insisted that “order must prevail” as college campuses across the country face unrest over the war in Gaza. Republicans have tried to turn the scenes of unrest into a campaign cudgel, and Biden said he rejected efforts to use the situation to “score political points.” “This isn’t a …

Biden accuses Gaza protesters of hate speech
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden accuses Gaza protesters of hate speech

The Telegraph  

Joe Biden has accused Gaza protesters at Columbia University of hate speech after they occupied a campus building and flew pro-Palestine banners from its windows. In his strongest comments yet on the student protests, the US president warned against “tragic and dangerous hate speech”, linked the demonstrators to anti-Semitism and described their occupation of an administrative building as “wrong”. On …

Bernie Sanders issues scathing statement directed at Netanyahu
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Bernie Sanders issues scathing statement directed at Netanyahu

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders is pushing back after Israeli Prime …

Trump assails Jewish voters who back Biden: ‘Should have their head examined’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump assails Jewish voters who back Biden: ‘Should have their head examined’

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Donald Trump on Wednesday lashed out at Jewish voters who back President Joe Biden and framed this year’s election as a referendum on the strength of Christianity in the U.S., part of his sharp-edged continuing appeal to evangelical conservatives who are a critical element of his political base. “Any Jewish person who votes for a Democrat or votes …

Biden: Israel’s Netanyahu making ‘mistake’ on Gaza
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden: Israel’s Netanyahu making ‘mistake’ on Gaza

Al Jazeera  

In strongest criticism yet, Biden takes issue with Israel’s approach but not its devastating war on Gaza. United States President Joe Biden has said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is making a “mistake” in his handling of the Gaza war and its repercussions inside Israel and internationally. Biden also said it was “outrageous” that Israel targeted a convoy of US …

Biden presses Netanyahu for steps to protect civilians in Gaza: White House
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden presses Netanyahu for steps to protect civilians in Gaza: White House

Al Jazeera  

The US president has criticised Israel’s conduct in the Gaza war but says he ‘strongly supports Israel’ against any Iran ‘threat’. Washington, DC – United States President Joe Biden has pressed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to implement “specific, concrete and measurable” steps to protect civilians and aid workers in Gaza, the White House said after a phone call between …

US Senator raps Netanyahu over Gaza aid, suggests Biden to back up his ‘no excuses' language with real action
8 months, 3 weeks ago

US Senator raps Netanyahu over Gaza aid, suggests Biden to back up his ‘no excuses' language with real action

Hindustan Times  

As the Biden administration is facing immense criticism over its failure to restore ceasefire amid ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Senator Chris Van Hollen lambasted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over continuous assault on Gaza. Senator Chris Van Hollen made the suggestion that Biden should back up his “no excuses language with real action” and allow flow of more aid into Gaza. …

Pro-Gaza protests disrupt Biden-Obama-Clinton record fundraiser in New York: ‘Blood on your hands’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Pro-Gaza protests disrupt Biden-Obama-Clinton record fundraiser in New York: ‘Blood on your hands’

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. During what Mr Biden’s re-election campaign called an “armchair conversation” with the 46th president, …

Most Americans disapprove of Israel’s actions in Gaza: Poll
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Most Americans disapprove of Israel’s actions in Gaza: Poll

Al Jazeera  

Poll shows ‘clear disconnect’ between President Joe Biden’s policies and US public, especially Democrats, analyst says. The Gallup poll released on Wednesday found that 55 percent of respondents disapproved of the Israeli military’s actions in the Gaza Strip, up from 45 percent who said they disapproved in November, a month after Israel began its operation. “The Gallup poll reflects a …

Biden backs Schumer after senator calls for new elections in Israel
9 months, 1 week ago

Biden backs Schumer after senator calls for new elections in Israel

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden expressed support Friday for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer after the senator called for new elections in Israel, the latest sign that the U.S. relationship with its closest Middle East ally is careening toward fracture over the war in Gaza. “I think he expressed serious concerns shared not only by him but by many Americans.” …

Tensions over Israel-Hamas war loom over Irish Taoiseach’s usually jovial annual visit to White House
9 months, 1 week ago

Tensions over Israel-Hamas war loom over Irish Taoiseach’s usually jovial annual visit to White House

CNN  

Washington CNN — St. Patrick’s Day at the White House is ordinarily a moment for celebration, with the fountains dyed green and a crystal bowl of shamrocks exchanged as a symbol of friendly ties between the United States and Ireland. Meeting over breakfast earlier Friday morning with Vice President Kamala Harris, Varadkar said the humanitarian crisis in Gaza “will haunt …

Middle East conflicts revive clash between the president and Congress over war powers
9 months, 1 week ago

Middle East conflicts revive clash between the president and Congress over war powers

LA Times  

President Biden’s administration contends that nothing in the War Powers Resolution requires it to change its military support for Israel’s war in Gaza or U.S. military strikes on Yemen’s Houthi rebels. A major deadline under the half-century-old War Powers Resolution came recently for President Biden to obtain Congress’ approval to keep waging his military campaign against Yemen’s Houthis, in line …

Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy
9 months, 1 week ago

Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy

Al Jazeera  

The US says it is seeking a ‘ceasefire’ for a limited time, but Palestinian rights advocates want a lasting end to Israel’s war. “Biden really thinks that we’re stupid and that we can’t see through this propaganda.” Pause versus permanent ceasefire The US government has been working to secure a deal that would see a temporary suspension of the fighting, …

Biden cajoles Netanyahu with tough talk, humanitarian concerns but Israeli PM remains dug in
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden cajoles Netanyahu with tough talk, humanitarian concerns but Israeli PM remains dug in

The Hindu  

U.S. President Joe Biden has stepped up public pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government, warning he's “hurting Israel” and speaking candidly about “come to Jesus” conversations with the leader over the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. “He has a right to defend Israel, a right to continue to pursue Hamas,” Mr. Biden said of Mr. Netanyahu in an …

Israel's Netanyahu says Biden 'wrong' in critique of war policy
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel's Netanyahu says Biden 'wrong' in critique of war policy

The Hindu  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on March 10 rejected U.S. President Joe Biden's comment that Israel's approach to the war in Gaza was "hurting Israel more than helping Israel". "If he meant by that that I'm pursuing private policies against the majority, the wish of the majority of Israelis, and that this is hurting the interests of Israel, then he's …

'Come to Jesus': Biden concerned over Gaza deaths, avers Netanyahu doing ‘more harm than good to Israel’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Come to Jesus': Biden concerned over Gaza deaths, avers Netanyahu doing ‘more harm than good to Israel’

Hindustan Times  

Amid escalating tensions between White House and Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden slammed the Israeli PM's approach of handling the Gaza crisis, stating that he is "hurting Israel'' by not putting efforts to save Palestinian citizens. Netanyahu ‘doing more harm than good to Israel’, says Biden In the hard-hitting interview, the US President expressed profound concerns over the deaths …

'Come to Jesus': Biden concerned over Gaza deaths, avers Netanyahu doing ‘more harm than good to Israel’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

'Come to Jesus': Biden concerned over Gaza deaths, avers Netanyahu doing ‘more harm than good to Israel’

Hindustan Times  

Amid escalating tensions between White House and Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden slammed the Israeli PM's approach of handling the Gaza crisis, stating that he is "hurting Israel'' by not putting efforts to save Palestinian citizens. Netanyahu ‘doing more harm than good to Israel’, says Biden In the hard-hitting interview, the US President expressed profound concerns over the deaths …

Biden’s closest allies are stepping up pressure on White House to do more to ease suffering in Gaza
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden’s closest allies are stepping up pressure on White House to do more to ease suffering in Gaza

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — More of President Joe Biden’s top Senate allies are demanding that the U.S. act directly to ease Palestinian civilian suffering in Gaza and are joining calls to cut military aid if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to change course. That’s despite growing concern — and rising political opposition nationally, especially among Muslim and Arab American voters — …

Michigan’s ‘uncommitted’ vote protest against Biden’s support for Israel’s Gaza War is just getting started
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Michigan’s ‘uncommitted’ vote protest against Biden’s support for Israel’s Gaza War is just getting started

The Independent  

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Biden calls Israel’s military response in Gaza ‘over the top’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden calls Israel’s military response in Gaza ‘over the top’

The Hindu  

Israel’s military response in the Gaza Strip to the October 7 attacks by Hamas has been “over the top” and has “got to stop,” U.S. President Joe Biden said on Thursday. “I’m of the view, as you know, that the conduct of the response in Gaza, in the Gaza Strip, has been over the top,” the Democrat told presspersons at …

‘I’m sorry’: Biden struggles to recall Hamas’ name in mumbling speech, calls terrorist group ‘opposition movt’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

‘I’m sorry’: Biden struggles to recall Hamas’ name in mumbling speech, calls terrorist group ‘opposition movt’

Hindustan Times  

In yet another press conference, US President Joe Biden stammered and even forgot the name of ‘Hamas’ when asked about discussions between the terrorist group and Israel over hostages. During the press conference, Biden called Hamas' response to a proposed truce agreement in Gaza "a little over the top". Either get rid of age discrimination altogether or set an upper …

Biden’s Support From Progressives at Risk Over Border Bill and Israel
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden’s Support From Progressives at Risk Over Border Bill and Israel

Live Mint  

WASHINGTON—Four years ago, when President Biden clinched the Democratic nomination, he aggressively courted progressives, forming an alliance that helped propel him to the White House and has largely stayed intact. The poll found Biden’s approval rating overall to be the lowest of his presidency; additionally, the share of respondents who said Biden would do a better job than former President …

Far-right Israeli minister’s Biden criticism sparks anger, in sensitive time for U.S. ties
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Far-right Israeli minister’s Biden criticism sparks anger, in sensitive time for U.S. ties

LA Times  

Israeli soldiers drive a tank on the border with the Gaza Strip, as seen from southern Israel, on Sunday. “If Trump was in power, the U.S. conduct would be completely different.” His remarks drew fire from Benny Gantz, a retired general and member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s three-man wartime Cabinet, who said Ben-Gvir was “causing tremendous damage” to American-Israeli …

Biden is trying to balance Gaza protests and free speech rights as demonstrators disrupt his events
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden is trying to balance Gaza protests and free speech rights as demonstrators disrupt his events

Associated Press  

MANASSAS, Va. — It was President Joe Biden’s first big campaign rally of the year, a chance to spotlight the issue of protecting abortion rights. They have to navigate it.” As part of that navigation, he said, Biden needs to show voters what he’s doing to end the conflict and contrast that with what Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump has …

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