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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel sparked intense criticism after claiming in a speech to Jewish Democrats that the world's needs should be placed above the survival of the Jewish people. The remarks were made just one day after she announced she had missed the party convention due to fears of antisemitism. Nessel compared the current situation to the Book of Esther and argued that the...

The growth of the movement among the American left is creating unusual tensions. One of the biggest disputes concerns the possible candidacy of the politician known for her sharp criticism of Israel. Sources in the organization criticized: "We wasted an opportunity, dealing with delusional issues like Fidel Castro and the abolition of the Senate and the police."

Dana Nessel boycotted the party's nominating convention: "I don't want to be harassed and yelled at." She accuses the party leadership of inaction against antisemitism. About 200 rabbis and Jewish public figures demanded increased protection for Jews. "I was a Jew before I was a member of the Democratic Party."

Abdul El-Sayed sparked a storm after responding to an attack on a synagogue in Michigan by saying "hurt people hurt people." Now he has admitted he should have limited himself to condemnation, but refused to disavow anti-Israel internet star Hasan Piker.

Brad Lander, a progressive Jewish candidate who called the war in Gaza a "genocide," was verbally attacked by anti-Israel protesters even though he arrived to join their protest. "There is no such thing as a good Zionist," they shouted at him, demanding he leave the place.

Jared Kushner met secretly with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, amid the possibility that Democrats will take control of the House. The two explored future cooperation, despite the sharp exchange of blows between Jeffries and Trump.

The special election to replace the resigned Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell did not yield a particularly surprising result. Aisha Wahab, the first Muslim in the California Senate, defeated moderate Democrat Melissa Hernandez.

2028 US Elections: A new poll shows Marco Rubio defeating Kamala Harris and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with 48%, while J.D. Vance loses to Harris and shows weaker results in some scenarios. In the background, Donald Trump reportedly tends to support Vance as his political successor.

Jon Ossoff insists he has no interest in the 2028 US presidential race, but the Senator from Georgia is already taking third place in party polls. From his childhood in a Jewish home in Atlanta, through his political breakthrough and rivalry with Donald Trump, to his complex position on Israel — the young politician who is emerging as a promise.

Angie Nixon, who calls Israel's actions "genocide" and was considered a fringe candidate, defeated Jewish contender Alex Windman and won the party's nomination for Florida State Senator. In California, Aisha Wahab, against whom the pro-Israel lobby invested millions in an attempt to stop her, is on her way to victory in the special election for Congress.

Ahead of the midterm elections, Democratic anger over the Supreme Court is escalating: increasing the number of justices, term limits, and a stricter code of ethics are already on the table. Republicans accuse them of trying to "intimidate the court."

Eight years ago, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was a bartender from Queens. Today, she leads the betting markets for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028. In an interview with ABC, she distanced herself from radical progressive positions, including defunding the police and prisons. This week, she revealed her decision to freeze her eggs, a move interpreted as image-building ahead of a...

Outrageous videos and posts by Imaan Abdel-Hadi, half-sister of progressive Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, have been exposed. On the day of the October 7 massacre, she scolded Bernie Sanders for condemning Hamas, stating: "What a disappointment that you do not stand with the oppressed." On the one-year anniversary of the attack, she posted a "greeting" video while wearing a keffiyeh...

A Florida event hall canceled hosting a political conference due to the participation of American-Palestinian Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. The storm illustrates the deepening rift within the Democratic Party over US-Israel relations.

The victory of Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan primaries, alongside other successes of the progressive wing of the Democratic Party, proves that the far-left is no longer just on the margins. From abolishing the police and the Senate to stopping security aid to Israel, the rising movement is forcing a new agenda on the party leadership, deepening the rift with Jewish voters and donors.

Hasan Piker, who has millions of followers and is considered a prominent voice on the American left, refuses to apologize for his harsh statements against Israel. At the same time, his influence on the Democratic Party is growing.

The Democratic primary race for governor of Wisconsin was tight and tense, decided only with the counting of the final votes. Progressive candidate Francesca Hong led until the final stretch.

Democratic Congresswoman from Minnesota Ilhan Omar secured her party's nomination on the way to another term in the House of Representatives. Very tight races were also recorded in the states of Connecticut and Wisconsin.

Professor Yossi Shain warned of a severe erosion in Israel's status in the US, arguing that hostility toward Israel has become a profitable political tool and that support for it is weakening even among Republicans and in the White House.

The Democratic senator demands that his party's leadership ban Super PACs from participating in primaries, arguing that hundreds of millions of dollars from outside entities allow special interests to influence election results.

Most US citizens do not hate or love Israel, they are simply indifferent to it. But they do care about their own lives. Their hard lives, not yours. They struggle to cope with the unbearable cost of living, are horrified by the soaring health insurance rates and the cuts in social services.

The Reuters news agency revealed that the Democratic Party is already preparing the ground for a recapture of the House of Representatives.

The progressive candidate for the Senate in Michigan revealed that he spoke with the former president after his victory in the primaries: "A warm and inspiring conversation" The Democratic Party is already lining up behind him ahead of the decisive battle in November.

The anti-Israel discourse crosses borders and party lines, and is already turning American Jews into a target. Within the Democratic Party, this is a deep process infiltrating the progressive center of gravity. The October 7 massacre revealed how intertwined anti-Zionism and antisemitism are.

Case defeated progressive state senator Jarrett Keohokalole. During the campaign, Case faced criticism for his support of military aid to Israel. The victory of the moderate candidate comes against the backdrop of a series of achievements for the progressive camp in the party.

Abdul El-Sayed, who narrowly defeated the pro-Israel candidate for the Democratic nomination in the swing state, told NBC in an interview that he opposes all financial aid to foreign militaries. El-Sayed has already received Obama's blessing and is preparing for a tough battle against a Republican opponent supported by Donald Trump.

It is convenient to label harsh reactions towards Israel as antisemitism, but this definition is exaggerated. In my view, this is an anti-Israel sentiment. Public diplomacy (Hasbara) will not stop the criticism. The only way to restore support is a change of government in Israel.

Almost six years after she shared that she was considering freezing her eggs, AOC revealed that she has decided to undergo the procedure. This personal step comes against the backdrop of an ongoing discussion she leads about the price women pay on the path to a career and family.

It is easy and convenient to blame historical hatred of Jews or extremists in the Democratic Party for the deepening crisis with the US, but the real reason why Republicans and Democrats are abandoning us is directly related to the composition of the government in Jerusalem.

Abdul El-Sayed's victory in the Michigan primaries is igniting a sharp internal struggle within the Democratic Party. Centrist elements are warning against the strengthening of the progressive left and are investing millions in an attempt to stop the trend ahead of the 2028 elections.

The Democratic Party in the United States has been undergoing a dramatic change in recent years. If in the past candidates were required to win the backing of the party leadership and mainstream media outlets to break into the national arena, today more and more progressive candidates are building an independent power base through podcasts, YouTube channels, social networks, and live broadcasts...

Jewish-American comedian Jon Stewart engaged in a heated debate with Senator John Fetterman on his podcast regarding the role of Israel in Democratic politics. While Stewart questioned why Israel serves as a "red line" for the party, Fetterman maintained that history warns against turning one's back on the Jewish community.

Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed declares he will oppose all military aid to Israel - including funding for the "Iron Dome", accuses Israel of "genocide" and stirs up a storm in the US following his victory in Michigan.

Abdul El-Sayed has secured victory in the Michigan Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, defeating moderate Haley Stevens. President Donald Trump attacked the candidate, labeling him a 'communist loser,' and warned of the radicalization of the Democratic Party.

The US primaries have revealed a vital trend: despite progressive gains, African American districts are pushing back against anti-Israel rhetoric, creating new opportunities for strategic alliances.

Democratic primaries in Michigan and Missouri highlight a growing divide over Israel. Pro-Israel candidates are facing off against challengers who have adopted radical anti-Israel positions.

A forecast presented on CNN gives Abdul El-Sayed a 98% chance of winning the Senate primary in Michigan. The progressive candidate's surge signals a deep rebellion against the Democratic establishment.

Democratic members of the US Congress have directed harsh criticism toward the US military. In a letter sent to US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, the lawmakers demanded to conduct their own investigation into the Iranian attack in which six American military personnel were killed in early March. This is despite the fact that US forces have already begun their own internal investigation into...

Netanyahu praised Democratic Senator John Fetterman for his support of Israel, telling him: "Your stance will be remembered in history" • Fetterman sharply criticized his party and the New York City Council member, declaring: "I will be the conscience of the Democratic Party."

Progressives love him for his populist economic messages, the Democratic establishment loves him because he avoids extreme statements: Senator Jon Ossoff from Georgia is young, photogenic, and Jewish, and his attitude toward Israel ranges from support to criticism. In the polls, he is already standing out as a "rockstar."

Two candidates with diametrically opposed worldviews regarding Israel are facing off in a tight race in Michigan - a race that may reflect the direction of the Democratic Party.

The Democratic Party was for decades the natural home for American Jews and for support for Israel, but since tensions began between Netanyahu and Obama, and even more so since October 7, relations have been deteriorating. Attorney Ido Dambin, an expert on American politics and Israel-USA relations, explains where the rift comes from and why the current situation allows figures hostile to Israel...

Monday marked a significant day for the Democratic Party as it held primaries that may be the last of the current election cycle. The Channel 13 News team followed the event alongside Yaya Fink and Naama Lazimi.