US politics

Stephen Miller tightens White House lobbyist access rules days after becoming chief of staff

New White House chief of staff Stephen Miller requires prior approval for lobbyist meetings on administration policy, tightening oversight of access.

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller speaks while U.S. President Donald Trump listens during an event to sign executive orders related to birthright citizenship and the polysilicon industry, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, August 6, 2026.
US Vice President JD Vance speaks at the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing’s annual Marine Corps Birthday Ball in New Bern, North Carolina, US, November 12, 2026.

Vance weighs skipping 2028 run after post blaming Iran war for GOP losses angers Trump - report

Ahmed Moor in an undated campaign photo.

Palestinian American writer Ahmed Moor launches 2028 bid for Pennsylvania Senate seat

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) speaks during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on U.S. President Donald Trump's supplemental funding request for the Department of Defense, in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 21, 2026.

Van Hollen challenges Schumer for Senate, raising concerns over future US military aid to Israel


Army sentinel rebukes Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth's group for laughing at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Immediately after the laughter, the sentinel moved toward the group and, from a distance, shouted toward them: "All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times."

 A Tomb Guard or Sentinel from the U.S. Army 3rd Infantry Regiment, also called "The Old Guard," marches in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery on April 22, 2020 in Arlington, Virginia.

Twelve US senators seek to block expanded defense and intelligence cooperation with Israel

The senators argued that the proposed provisions would deepen Washington’s technological and intelligence ties with Israel at a time when Israel's actions were at odds with US interests.

Bipartisan support in Congress has long been central to the US-Israel relationship, but changing attitudes among younger Americans and across the political spectrum pose new challenges.

Jewish Democratic support weakened slightly in midterms - poll

The survey from the Jewish Electorate Institute, a nonpartisan think tank that often works with Democrats, was the latest data pointing to simmering Jewish discomfort with the party.

Attendees at the Michigan Jewish Democratic Caucus “Summer Simcha” event listen to Jewish congressional candidate Jeremy Moss ahead of the midterms in Birmingham, Mich., Aug. 30, 2026.

Most Americans want new Democratic Congress to end Iran war, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Large majorities of both political parties said it was important for Trump to make an effort to work with Democrats and for Democratic leaders in the new Congress to try to work with the president.

US President Donald Trump speaks in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, November 9, 2026.

Democrat Jon Ossoff's midterm success suggests new age of US-Israel relationship

When Ossoff emerged triumphant on November 3, the ADL offered him congratulations - despite denouncing other victorious Israel critics. 

US Sen. Jon Ossoff greets supporters at an election night watch party after his reelection was announced, Atlanta, Georgia, Nov. 3, 2026.

Trump says ‘a great dislike’ for Israel was factor in Republican midterm losses

US President Donald Trump linked Republican midterm losses to opposition to the Iran war, rising gas prices, and growing anti-Israel sentiment among Americans.

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding Air Force One at President Donald J. Trump International Airport on November 8, 2026 in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Trump alleges US midterm election was dishonest, despite previous acceptance of Democrat victory

"Does anybody really believe that this 'Election' was honest," Trump wrote in his post, questioning how pre-election polls could have been so wrong.

US President Donald Trump takes off his hat for a moment, as he leaves after he delivered remarks ahead of the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, after being reopened following months of repairs, in Washington, DC, US, November 2, 2026.

Laura Loomer made political posts for pay without disclosing, ex-Trump aide claims - report

Former Trump campaign aide Alex Bruesewitz and two others said in a 'Washington Post' report on Saturday that they paid Loomer for posts on X; she disputes their accounts.

Laura Loomer arrives ahead of Donald Trump's debate with Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US, September 10, 2024

Rubio warns top staff against conflicts of interest as Republicans look to 2028

The meeting followed the high-profile resignation of US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle after news reports raised concerns that she sold access ‌to Trump administration officials.

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media after meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in New York, US, September 23, 2026.

Democratic socialist Raman elected Los Angeles mayor in upset over Bass

Raman has largely embraced comparisons to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who was elected a year ago, while rejecting the idea that she is simply a West Coast replica.

Los Angeles Mayor-elect Nithya Raman delivers remarks after defeating incumbent Mayor Karen Bass in Los Angeles Friday, 6th November 2026