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Polling commissioned by a rival campaign, some details of which were relayed to Jewish Insider by a Democratic source, showed Cameron Kasky far behind his leading opponents.
"I don’t think that he had the means to become a compelling candidate and build a coalition," the source said.
"I don’t think that he had the means to become a compelling candidate and build a coalition," the source said.
Kasky’s NY-12 flameout highlights the limits of social media influence and anti-Israel activism
In contrast with top candidates in the race, Kasky embraced stances far to the left of the Democratic mainstream
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January 18, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Polling commissioned by a rival campaign, some details of which were relayed to Jewish Insider by a Democratic source, showed Cameron Kasky far behind his leading opponents.
"I don’t think that he had the means to become a compelling candidate and build a coalition," the source said.
"I don’t think that he had the means to become a compelling candidate and build a coalition," the source said.
“We saw the backlash to COVID, and how that could be a vulnerability for her. But what I’ve seen is it’s a strength. It is a foundation of trust that people have in her,” Ohio state Sen. Casey Weinstein told Jewish Insider.
Amy Acton became a household name in Ohio — now, she wants to be governor
Acton, the expected Democratic nominee, was the state’s public health director during COVID, a legacy she hopes won’t get in the way of her affordability message
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January 18, 2026 at 5:17 PM
“We saw the backlash to COVID, and how that could be a vulnerability for her. But what I’ve seen is it’s a strength. It is a foundation of trust that people have in her,” Ohio state Sen. Casey Weinstein told Jewish Insider.
Tucker Carlson made a pair of visits to the White House in the last two weeks, having lunch with Trump two Fridays in a row.
Reached by Jewish Insider, the White House did not say what the purpose of Carlson’s two visits were.
Reached by Jewish Insider, the White House did not say what the purpose of Carlson’s two visits were.
Tucker Carlson makes second White House visit in two weeks
Carlson met with President Donald Trump for lunch on Friday, and was pictured in photos with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles
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January 18, 2026 at 2:53 AM
Tucker Carlson made a pair of visits to the White House in the last two weeks, having lunch with Trump two Fridays in a row.
Reached by Jewish Insider, the White House did not say what the purpose of Carlson’s two visits were.
Reached by Jewish Insider, the White House did not say what the purpose of Carlson’s two visits were.
Netanyahu opposes the composition of the Board of Peace Executive Board meant to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza, his office said.
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Netanyahu comes out against Board of Peace for Gaza as Turkey, Qatar get seats
A Trump administration source characterized Netanyahu's statement to JI as a minor issue that would likely be smoothed out within days
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January 18, 2026 at 1:43 AM
Netanyahu opposes the composition of the Board of Peace Executive Board meant to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza, his office said.
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Julie Menin, the speaker of the New York City Council, announced a comprehensive plan to confront rising antisemitism, unveiling several initiatives that notably include an emerging legislative proposal to establish buffer zones around houses of worship to keep protesters from harassing congregants.
New York City Council Speaker Menin unveils playbook to fight antisemitism
Her legislative proposals could be opposed by New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani
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January 17, 2026 at 3:52 AM
Julie Menin, the speaker of the New York City Council, announced a comprehensive plan to confront rising antisemitism, unveiling several initiatives that notably include an emerging legislative proposal to establish buffer zones around houses of worship to keep protesters from harassing congregants.
Israeli team pilot Adam “AJ” Edelman grew up in an Orthodox family in Massachusetts, and is the brother of comedian Alex Edelman.
Edelman said an Israeli bobsled team would stand out and be remembered.
"It’s like the actual talented version of ‘Cool Runnings.’”
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Edelman said an Israeli bobsled team would stand out and be remembered.
"It’s like the actual talented version of ‘Cool Runnings.’”
@lahavharkov.bsky.social reports:
Israel likely to send a bobsledding team to the Winter Olympic Games for the first time
‘It’s like the actual talented version of ‘Cool Runnings,’’ Israel bobsled team pilot AJ Edelman tells JI
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January 16, 2026 at 8:52 PM
Israeli team pilot Adam “AJ” Edelman grew up in an Orthodox family in Massachusetts, and is the brother of comedian Alex Edelman.
Edelman said an Israeli bobsled team would stand out and be remembered.
"It’s like the actual talented version of ‘Cool Runnings.’”
@lahavharkov.bsky.social reports:
Edelman said an Israeli bobsled team would stand out and be remembered.
"It’s like the actual talented version of ‘Cool Runnings.’”
@lahavharkov.bsky.social reports:
“My Jewish roots in tikkun olam have been a guiding force throughout my career as a public servant and instilled in me the belief that everyone deserves the same chance to get ahead that I had,” @amyactonoh.bsky.social told Jewish Insider.
Amy Acton became a household name in Ohio — now, she wants to be governor
Acton, the expected Democratic nominee, was the state’s public health director during COVID, a legacy she hopes won’t get in the way of her affordability message
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January 16, 2026 at 8:14 PM
“My Jewish roots in tikkun olam have been a guiding force throughout my career as a public servant and instilled in me the belief that everyone deserves the same chance to get ahead that I had,” @amyactonoh.bsky.social told Jewish Insider.
The Israeli bobsled team’s road to the Winter Olympics in Milan has been as twisting and winding as the Eugenio Monti Sliding Centre course in Cortina that will take sleighers hurtling down a mountain in the Italian Dolomites.
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Israel likely to send a bobsledding team to the Winter Olympic Games for the first time
‘It’s like the actual talented version of ‘Cool Runnings,’’ Israel bobsled team pilot AJ Edelman tells JI
jewishinsider.com
January 16, 2026 at 8:08 PM
The Israeli bobsled team’s road to the Winter Olympics in Milan has been as twisting and winding as the Eugenio Monti Sliding Centre course in Cortina that will take sleighers hurtling down a mountain in the Italian Dolomites.
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EXCLUSIVE | New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from a coalition of local Jewish groups to fill a major administration post related to countering antisemitism, one of the key pledges of his campaign.
NYC Jewish groups urge Mamdani to fill key post on combating antisemitism
The signatories said the mayor should choose someone to lead the Office to Combat Antisemitism who is ‘grounded in the day-to-day realities of Jewish communal life’
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January 16, 2026 at 7:49 PM
EXCLUSIVE | New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure from a coalition of local Jewish groups to fill a major administration post related to countering antisemitism, one of the key pledges of his campaign.
ANALYSIS | Cameron Kasky’s harsh criticism of Israel generated online attention and helped him to build a relatively sizable and enthusiastic following on social media.
But Kasky’s early exit from the primary illustrates how digital clout is not a reliable indicator of meaningful voter support.
But Kasky’s early exit from the primary illustrates how digital clout is not a reliable indicator of meaningful voter support.
Kasky’s NY-12 flameout highlights the limits of social media influence and anti-Israel activism
In contrast with top candidates in the race, Kasky embraced stances far to the left of the Democratic mainstream
jewishinsider.com
January 16, 2026 at 6:38 PM
ANALYSIS | Cameron Kasky’s harsh criticism of Israel generated online attention and helped him to build a relatively sizable and enthusiastic following on social media.
But Kasky’s early exit from the primary illustrates how digital clout is not a reliable indicator of meaningful voter support.
But Kasky’s early exit from the primary illustrates how digital clout is not a reliable indicator of meaningful voter support.
@amyactonoh.bsky.social is running for governor of Ohio this November as an outsider: a Democrat challenging 15 years of Republican gubernatorial rule, a medical doctor with no political experience, a “scrappy kid” from Youngstown who experienced homelessness as a child.
Amy Acton became a household name in Ohio — now, she wants to be governor
Acton, the expected Democratic nominee, was the state’s public health director during COVID, a legacy she hopes won’t get in the way of her affordability message
jewishinsider.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:13 PM
@amyactonoh.bsky.social is running for governor of Ohio this November as an outsider: a Democrat challenging 15 years of Republican gubernatorial rule, a medical doctor with no political experience, a “scrappy kid” from Youngstown who experienced homelessness as a child.
A bipartisan group of 59 House lawmakers sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the State Department to continue condemning Iran’s crackdown on protesters across the country.
Bipartisan lineup of lawmakers urge State Department to continue condemning Iran
The letter was signed by 45 House Republicans and 14 House Democrats
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January 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM
A bipartisan group of 59 House lawmakers sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the State Department to continue condemning Iran’s crackdown on protesters across the country.
The World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos, Switzerland, on Monday, with topics set to address a world that has been much changed since the last gathering a year ago.
At Davos 2026, much change — but Shabbat dinner remains
More than 2,500 attendees will arrive in Davos in the coming days for the annual gathering, which begins Monday
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January 16, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos, Switzerland, on Monday, with topics set to address a world that has been much changed since the last gathering a year ago.
Even as Trump backed away from taking immediate military action against Iran, several leading foreign policy analysts believe a U.S. strike against the Islamic Republic remains a possibility, arguing that the administration may be deliberately keeping Tehran off balance.
The red line that wasn’t: Will Trump back down from attacking Iran?
Analysts still think it’s possible that Trump will take action against Iran, but worry his backtracking on providing help to Iranian protesters could hurt American deterrence
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January 16, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Even as Trump backed away from taking immediate military action against Iran, several leading foreign policy analysts believe a U.S. strike against the Islamic Republic remains a possibility, arguing that the administration may be deliberately keeping Tehran off balance.
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🔍 Lindsey Graham questions U.S. alliances with Saudi, Qatar & Oman
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🔍 Lindsey Graham questions U.S. alliances with Saudi, Qatar & Oman
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🔍 Lindsey Graham questions U.S. alliances with Saudi, Qatar & Oman
Full briefing 👇
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Read today's #DailyKickoff:
🔍 Lindsey Graham questions U.S. alliances with Saudi, Qatar & Oman
Full briefing 👇
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January 16, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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🔍 Lindsey Graham questions U.S. alliances with Saudi, Qatar & Oman
Full briefing 👇
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🔍 Lindsey Graham questions U.S. alliances with Saudi, Qatar & Oman
Full briefing 👇
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“[We’re] at a point right now, there is one party that’s clearly on the right side of history, and one party is clearly on the wrong side of history,” @ryancrosswell.bsky.social told Jewish Insider.
Marine vet Ryan Crosswell aims to flip GOP-held Pennsylvania congressional seat
Crosswell, a former Republican who also served as a federal prosecutor, is touting his pro-Israel bona fides as he fights for the Democratic nomination against Rep. Ryan Mackenzie
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January 16, 2026 at 2:57 AM
“[We’re] at a point right now, there is one party that’s clearly on the right side of history, and one party is clearly on the wrong side of history,” @ryancrosswell.bsky.social told Jewish Insider.
ANALYSIS | As Piker’s ideology remains largely unchecked by progressive lawmakers and activists, critics warn that the left’s acquiescence to his troubling views has already hurt its ability to meaningfully counter growing hostility to Jews and Israel from the far right.
Hasan Piker doubles down on Hamas support while maintaining progressive credibility
His remarks unequivocally siding with Hamas provide clarifying insight into Piker’s worldview, raising questions about the permission structure in the broader progressive movement that tolerates such views
jewishinsider.com
January 16, 2026 at 12:47 AM
ANALYSIS | As Piker’s ideology remains largely unchecked by progressive lawmakers and activists, critics warn that the left’s acquiescence to his troubling views has already hurt its ability to meaningfully counter growing hostility to Jews and Israel from the far right.
Sen. Lindsey Graham warned he would be “dramatically rethinking” the “nature of” the U.S. alliance with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states if they “intervened on behalf of Iran to avoid decisive military action” by Trump against the Iranian regime.
Graham questions Saudi alliance amid reports that Gulf states urged Trump against Iran strikes
If the reports are true, the South Carolina senator said, ‘there will be a dramatic rethinking on my part’
jewishinsider.com
January 15, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Sen. Lindsey Graham warned he would be “dramatically rethinking” the “nature of” the U.S. alliance with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states if they “intervened on behalf of Iran to avoid decisive military action” by Trump against the Iranian regime.
“The book came from my personal story and everyone’s story of Oct. 7, but it can be for anyone and anything, so any ending could happen. We got a happy ending, but that does not always happen,” Lishay Miran Lavi told Jewish Insider
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Ex-hostage’s wife writes book to help children deal with loss post-Oct. 7
The book, 'Mojo’s Return: A Story of Resilience and Hope,' was published in November
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January 15, 2026 at 11:29 PM
“The book came from my personal story and everyone’s story of Oct. 7, but it can be for anyone and anything, so any ending could happen. We got a happy ending, but that does not always happen,” Lishay Miran Lavi told Jewish Insider
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In an interview, @ryancrosswell.bsky.social called the rise in domestic antisemitism “sickening” and said that it was “heartbreaking” to see armed guards outside a synagogue that he visited recently for an event.
Marine vet Ryan Crosswell aims to flip GOP-held Pennsylvania congressional seat
Crosswell, a former Republican who also served as a federal prosecutor, is touting his pro-Israel bona fides as he fights for the Democratic nomination against Rep. Ryan Mackenzie
jewishinsider.com
January 15, 2026 at 10:00 PM
In an interview, @ryancrosswell.bsky.social called the rise in domestic antisemitism “sickening” and said that it was “heartbreaking” to see armed guards outside a synagogue that he visited recently for an event.
Rep. Rob Menendez, who faced a heated primary battle in 2024, is facing the prospect of another primary challenger in 2026, from an outspoken anti-Israel activist.
Former Jersey City school board President Mussab Ali, also a former mayoral candidate, is reportedly considering a run.
Former Jersey City school board President Mussab Ali, also a former mayoral candidate, is reportedly considering a run.
Activist who championed anti-Israel encampments eyes primary challenge to Rob Menendez
Mussab Ali began accusing Israel of ethnic cleansing and genocide just days after the Oct. 7 attacks
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January 15, 2026 at 8:42 PM
Rep. Rob Menendez, who faced a heated primary battle in 2024, is facing the prospect of another primary challenger in 2026, from an outspoken anti-Israel activist.
Former Jersey City school board President Mussab Ali, also a former mayoral candidate, is reportedly considering a run.
Former Jersey City school board President Mussab Ali, also a former mayoral candidate, is reportedly considering a run.
"We had people go around the building saying afterwards that any sort of dissent of any kind will not be tolerated. Those people suffered retaliation. Then we were all threatened and warned never to do that," Andrew Hale told Jewish Insider.
Senior Heritage staffer quits, joins Pence’s Advancing American Freedom
I can roll with policy changes, but what I can't roll with is a tolerance or an overlooking of antisemitism or any form of bigotry,’ Andrew Hale told JI
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January 15, 2026 at 8:10 PM
"We had people go around the building saying afterwards that any sort of dissent of any kind will not be tolerated. Those people suffered retaliation. Then we were all threatened and warned never to do that," Andrew Hale told Jewish Insider.
Lishay Miran Lavi, whose husband, Omri Miran, was held hostage by Hamas in Gaza for 738 days, sought to help children deal with loss and uncertainty related to Oct. 7 and beyond, with her new book, "Mojo’s Return: A Story of Resilience and Hope."
Ex-hostage’s wife writes book to help children deal with loss post-Oct. 7
The book, 'Mojo’s Return: A Story of Resilience and Hope,' was published in November
jewishinsider.com
January 15, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Lishay Miran Lavi, whose husband, Omri Miran, was held hostage by Hamas in Gaza for 738 days, sought to help children deal with loss and uncertainty related to Oct. 7 and beyond, with her new book, "Mojo’s Return: A Story of Resilience and Hope."
@ryancrosswell.bsky.social is hoping his background as a former federal prosecutor and Marine veteran — as well as a former Republican — will provide a road map to flipping a critical swing district in Pennsylvania.
Marine vet Ryan Crosswell aims to flip GOP-held Pennsylvania congressional seat
Crosswell, a former Republican who also served as a federal prosecutor, is touting his pro-Israel bona fides as he fights for the Democratic nomination against Rep. Ryan Mackenzie
jewishinsider.com
January 15, 2026 at 6:54 PM
@ryancrosswell.bsky.social is hoping his background as a former federal prosecutor and Marine veteran — as well as a former Republican — will provide a road map to flipping a critical swing district in Pennsylvania.
Sen. Ron Wyden has introduced legislation to condemn the Israeli government for allegedly withholding aid in Gaza and to potentially impose sanctions on Israeli government officials.
Ron Wyden introduces legislation that could sanction Israeli officials over withholding Gaza aid
The Oregon lawmaker said the U.S. ‘must send a clear message to Benjamin Netanyahu’ and that his actions ‘have made Jews less safe’
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January 15, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Sen. Ron Wyden has introduced legislation to condemn the Israeli government for allegedly withholding aid in Gaza and to potentially impose sanctions on Israeli government officials.