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J.B. Pritzker was vetted for VP. Now the Jewish governor of Illinois hosts Kamala Harris’ DNC

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, a key figure at the Democratic National Convention, highlights his progressive record and immigrant roots.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA ,BEN SALES/JTA
20/08/2024

Pro-Palestinian protesters break into DNC - 4 arrested, 1 detained

Protesters breached security at the DNC in Chicago, clashing with police while demanding an end to US support for Israel.

Andy Levin calls on Kamala Harris to address Palestinian issues for Michigan victory

At the DNC panel, former Congressman Andy Levin called for Kamala Harris to address Palestinian issues and win Michigan for a potential victory.

Bipartisan 'Stand with Israel Act' seeks to withhold US funds from anti-Israel UN agencies

Bipartisan bill "Stand with Israel Act" introduced to withhold US funding from UN agencies that restrict Israel's participation.

Kamala Harris, as Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks teeter: ‘We’re not giving up’

Vice President Kamala Harris remains hopeful for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war as negotiations face challenges.

By BEN SALES/JTA
19/08/2024

Trump garners criticism after saying Medal of Freedom is 'better' than Medal of Honor

Trump recounted the moment Miriam Adelson, who introduced him at the event, received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2018.

Kremlin aide says NATO and the West helped Ukraine attack Russia

Nikolai Patrushev claims the US and NATO helped plan Ukraine's attack on Russia's Kursk region, dismissing Washington's denial of involvement.

By REUTERS
16/08/2024

‘Bachelorette’ contestant is the great-great-grandson of the last chief rabbi of Kovno

Simon, 29, is one of four men who remain in competition in the current season of the matchmaking show “The Bachelorette,” which began in June.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
16/08/2024

Arab media accuses Israel of using 'devastating' bunker buster bombs in Lebanon, Gaza

Lebanese media claims Israel allegedly used bunker-piercing bombs in Kfar Kila, but the IDF has not confirmed these claims.

Pro-Palestinian protesters allegedly disrupt Harris campaign event by throwing smoke bombs

Alleged pro-Palestinian protesters in New York disrupted a Kamala Harris event, allegedly throwing smoke bombs and leading to numerous arrests.

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