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A handout picture released by Israel's Defense Ministry shows the launch of the Arrow-3 anti-ballistic missile at an undisclosed location in Alaska, July 28, 2019. (Israeli Ministry of Defense)
Nava Freiberg
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Nava Freiberg
Rethinking defense ties with US, Israel eyes shift from patronage to partnership
With Washington turning against military aid, a new bilateral framework could take shape based on industrial output and tech integration, but politics will still shape Jerusalem's access to arms
J Street President Jeremy Ben-Ami addresses the liberal Zionist group’s annual conference in Washington, DC, in October 2019. (Courtesy)
September 12, 2026, 1:15 pm
J Street on the offensive with pledge to spend $3 million against AIPAC-backed candidates
Leader of US liberal Jewish group says Democrats hoping to defeat Republican rivals should no longer fear the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s war chest: ‘It’s a new era for us’
By Joseph Strauss
Democratic State Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole, watches a colleague speak during a floor session at the State Capitol, April 30, 2025, in Honolulu, Hawaii. (AP Photo/Mengshin Lin)
August 8, 2026, 9:06 pm
Hawaii primaries pose latest test for Democrats amid party split over Israel
Fresh-faced Jarrett Keohokalole calls for limits on military aid to Jerusalem, challenging seasoned lawmaker Ed Case after string of wins by candidates critical of Jewish state
By Reuters and ToI Staff
Left: US Rep. Greg Stanton speaks during an election-night watch party on November 5, 2024, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin); Right: Kai Newkirk blocks traffic during a “Freedom Friday March” protest at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, August 6, 2021, Arlington, Virginia. (Alex Wong/Getty Images)
July 22, 2026, 10:05 am
Arizona congressman fends off anti-Israel challenger in Democratic primary
Greg Stanton holds onto his seat, defeating socialist Kai Newkirk, who accused Israel of genocide and criticized the incumbent for declining to cut off aid and institute arms embargo
By JTA and ToI Staff
Illustrative: A visitor to the US Capitol, wearing a yellow ribbon to raise awareness for hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, clutches an AIPAC folder while taking the elevator in the Rayburn House Office Building, in Washington, DC, March 12, 2024. (Alex Wong / Getty Images North America / Getty Images via AFP)
July 19, 2026, 3:16 am
AIPAC stops taking donations for House Democrats who voted to cut military aid to Israel
Website of pro-Israel lobby group no longer features option to donate to 15 Democrats whom it previously endorsed for reelection, after they voted in favor of motion
By ToI Staff
US House Committee on Armed Services Ranking Member Rep. Adam Smith, a Washington Democrat, speaks during a meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, May 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
July 17, 2026, 6:47 pm
Democratic congressman who voted to cut off Israel aid decries far-left harassment campaign
Adam Smith, ranking member of House Armed Services Committee who used to receive AIPAC support, says anti-Israel activists vandalized his family home, assaulted staff member
By Luke Tress
US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, March 19, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)
July 15, 2026, 5:17 pm
There’s a new Democratic consensus on aid to Israel — against it
Military assistance totaling billions annually used to get bipartisan support in Washington. Now, the question for Democrats, exemplified in a key vote on Wednesday, isn’t whether to send Israel money, but whether to still sell it arms
By Ben Sales
Then-US Rep. Cori Bush and US Rep. Rashida Tlaib, accompanied by George Washington University students, speak during a news conference at the US Capitol, May 8, 2024, in Washington, DC. (AP/Jose Luis Magana)
July 3, 2026, 5:24 am
As staunch Israel critics notch wins across the US, these candidates could be next
From Arizona to Massachusetts, candidates accusing Israel of genocide and calling to halt arms sales to it hope to replicate recent far-left electoral success in New York, Colorado
By Joseph Strauss
Vice President JD Vance speaks to reporters in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
June 18, 2026, 11:53 pm
Vance slams Israeli ‘freakout’ over Iran deal, says Trump only world leader who still likes Israel
VP lambasts Israeli ministers who called on Netanyahu to disregard accord, insists Iran won’t get relief without final deal. Scolds Israel: ‘You can’t just kill your way out of solving every problem’
By ToI Staff, Leon Kraiem and Jacob Magid
US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a New York Democrat, speaks at the NYCLU's May Day rally for worker's and immigrants rights at Foley Square, May 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis)
April 1, 2026, 8:41 pm
AOC signals opposition to all Israel aid, including defensive spending
Ocasio-Cortez says Iron Dome ‘critical’ to civilians, but Israel should pay for it; statement comes after she reportedly tells socialist party she is against all aid to Israel
By JTA and Luke Tress
New York University students and Israel supporters demonstrate across the street from a rally of pro-Palestinian students and supporters outside the NYU Stern School of Business building, April 22, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
October 5, 2025, 10:12 am
Poll: Nearly four in 10 US Jews say Israel has committed genocide in Gaza
WaPo survey also finds 68% blame Hamas more for civilian deaths; 76% say Israel’s existence is vital for Jewish future; 31% feel unsafe in US; two-thirds have negative view of Netanyahu
By ToI Staff
US Senators Bernie Sanders, left, and Chris Van Hollen walk to the chamber for votes at the Capitol in Washington, June 11, 2025. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
July 31, 2025, 8:45 am
Over half of US Senate Democrats back failed measures to block arms sales to Israel
Number of Democrats opposing weapons transfers jumps from 15 in last vote in April to 27, with Israel’s global standing continuing to nosedive as Gaza war drags on
By Jacob Magid
Then-US President Joe Biden, right, meets with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, left, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, July 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
April 28, 2025, 1:10 pm
Biden officials vent frustrations in dealing with Netanyahu, decry missed chance of Saudi deal
In interviews with Israeli TV, 9 senior officials from previous US administration speak with unprecedented candor; ex-envoy Shapiro: Saudi deal would have required Israeli election or coalition shuffle
By Jacob Magid
US Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont, joined by Democratic Senators Chris Van Hollen of Maryland, Jeff Merkley of Oregon and Peter Welch of Vermont, address a news conference on restricting arms sales to Israel at the US Capitol on November 19, 2024 in Washington. (Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images/AFP)
April 4, 2025, 1:24 am
US Senate overwhelmingly votes down Sanders’ motions to block arms sales to Israel
Minority of Democrats voting in favor falls from 19 to 15 since Nov., with Ossoff flipping to ‘No’ as he readies for reelection fight next year; freshman Kim a more surprising ‘Yes’ vote
By Jacob Magid
US-supplied military equipment arriving in Israel, December 2023. (Ministry of Defense Spokesperson's Office)
February 8, 2025, 12:58 am
US State Department informs Congress of $7.4 billion arms sale to Israel
Package includes billions in munitions, related equipment that will start being delivered this year; senior Democrat says administration defied his request for sale to be paused
By Agencies and ToI Staff
Israeli Ambassador to US Michael Herzog, left, welcomes, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken upon his arrival at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, Thursday Oct. 12, 2023. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, Pool)
February 4, 2025, 2:09 pm
After finishing DC tour, an Israeli ambassador known for his discretion is ready to talk
In astonishingly uncharacteristic interview, Michael Herzog claims State Department bureaucrats withheld weapons to Israel, pans Netanyahu’s handling of Gaza war and judicial overhaul
By Jacob Magid
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