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Trump stuck at lowest approval rating of his presidency as midterms approach - poll

Just 33% of Americans approve of the job Trump is doing in the White House - the third straight Reuters/Ipsos poll with that share of respondents giving the president a thumbs up.

US President Donald Trump reacts during a press conference with cryptocurrency executives in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington, DC, US, August 19, 2026.
Rep. Randy Fine, the Jewish Republican incumbent in Florida’s 6th Congressional District, won his primary against social media personality Dan Bilzerian on Tuesday. Here, Fine addresses The Jerusalem Post Annual Conference in New York, June, 2026.

US Rep. Randy Fine attacks Muslim Democrats during speech at Republican Jewish Coalition summit

Abdul El-Sayed, winner of Michigan US Democratic primary, speaks during a press conference in Detroit, Michigan, US August 5, 2026.

Republicans see opportunity in progressives' primary wins while Democrats embrace debate

The US Department of the Treasury Building in Washington, DC, US, July 11, 2026.

US national debt tops $40 trillion for first time, doubled under presidents Trump, Biden


Ben-Gvir faces verbal assault, Randy Fine beats Dan Bilzerian in Republican primaries

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir gives a statement during a party meeting at the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, Jerusalem, June 3, 2024.

Debbie Wasserman Schultz wins primary after Florida redistricting upends her longtime district

Manley, her main opponent, spent considerable airtime on the campaign trail criticizing both her support of Israel and the financial backing she has received from AIPAC

Florida Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz campaigns outside of the Kings Point Clubhouse polling station on August 18, 2026, in Tamarac, Florida.

CAM report: 33% of X content posted by Florida congressional candidate Dan Bilzerian is antisemitic

The antisemitic posts reached an estimated 23.6 million people, generating 12.5 million views

Dan Bilzerian was asked during a TMZ interview about referring to Rep. Randy Fine as a "fat Jew."

Darline Graham advances to runoff, vows to carry on brother Lindsey’s fight in US Senate

One month after Lindsey Graham’s death, his sister thanked Trump for his “complete and total endorsement,” and said her late brother would be proud.

US Senator Darline Graham (R-SC) arrives for a vote at the US Capitol, in the wake of US President Donald Trump saying he may temporarily drop the nomination of Todd Blanche to be US attorney general, in Washington, DC.

South Carolina GOP primary: Lindsey Graham’s sister has Trump's backing in vote for successor

While Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline, has sought to turn her lack of political experience into an advantage, some voters say they didn't like how quickly Republicans accepted her as a candidate.

Sen. Darline Graham, A South Carolina Republican, arrives for the Senate Judiciary Committee vote to move the nomination of Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche out of committee in the Hart Senate Office Building on Tuesday, Aug 4, 2026.

Bernie Sanders urges Democratic Party to ban AIPAC and super PACs from primaries, pass amendment

Sanders believes that even candidates who support super PAC reforms will continue accepting money from super PACs for use in elections so long as there is benefit to be gained from the arrangement.

US Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) speaks at The People V. The Powerful rally at the Detroit Opera House on July 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan. Sanders, US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and others joined El-Sayed to rally the crowds.

Trump appointed Lindsey Graham's sister in tribute, South Carolina Republicans want a choice

Some Republicans say Darline Graham is a fitting caretaker for her brother's seat but oppose Trump's push to elect her to a full term, arguing voters should choose.

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) gestures, while standing next to former US President Donald Trump, during Donald Trump's campaign stop to unveil his leadership team, at the South Carolina State House in Columbia, South Carolina, US, January 28, 2023.

Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds controversial $1.8 b. anti-weaponization fund

Trump had said as recently as last week that the $1.8 b. "anti-weaponization" fund was dead.

US Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche participates in a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, US, July 31, 2026.

Just one in three Americans support Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals - poll

Approval of the conflict has been below 40% since the US and Israel launched strikes on February 28, a stark contrast to the opening months of other recent conflicts.

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Michigan, US, July 27, 2026.

The Republican Party’s test on antisemitism - opinion

Do not assume that today’s allies will remain so tomorrow. Parties change, coalitions shift, and new voices emerge.

Sriram Krishnan (L), next to US Senator Ted Cruz and Donald Trump.