Tag: U.S. House of Representatives
House of Representatives to vote on bipartisan bill to prevent use of human shields
The House of Representatives is expected to vote and pass a bipartisan bill this week that would enact sanctions on those who use human shields in war, two sources familiar with the development told JNS.
The Senate unanimously...
Newly elected progressive Democrat Angie Craig promises ‘strong’ support for Israel, denounces BDS
Editor’s Note: A number of incoming members of Congress, including those in the upcoming Democratic House majority, will bring new faces to the Jewish and pro-Israel community. JNS will introduce some of these elected...
Kevin McCarthy elected to be House minority leader
U.S Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) was elected on Wednesday to be minority leader of the House of Representatives.
McCarthy, who defeated Ohio congressman and Freedom Caucus member Jim Jordan, has been a steadfast supporter of...