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Lawmaker proposes legislation to commemorate Oct. 7 while Trump’s 20-point peace plan raises concerns

Lawmaker proposes legislation to commemorate Oct. 7 while Trump’s 20-point peace plan raises concerns

by Isabella Jacob | Oct 8, 2025 | Featured, Politics

WASHINGTON – On the second anniversary of the start of the Israel-Hamas war on Tuesday, Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) proposed bipartisan legislation that would award the Congressional Gold Medal to all hostages held by Hamas after the attack. During a press...
Thousands march on the White House calling for a ceasefire in Gaza

Thousands march on the White House calling for a ceasefire in Gaza

by Lance Wilhelm | Jan 17, 2024 | Featured, Politics

WASHINGTON — Protesters gathered in Freedom Plaza before marching to the White House on Saturday, opposing the Biden administration’s support of Israel in the Israel-Hamas war. Tens of thousands were present at the rally, with organizers suggesting attendance...
Photos: Thousands gather in Washington to urge President Biden to call for a ceasefire in Gaza

Photos: Thousands gather in Washington to urge President Biden to call for a ceasefire in Gaza

by Jonah Elkowitz | Jan 16, 2024 | Featured, National Security

WASHINGTON – Tens of thousands marched on Freedom Plaza on Saturday calling for President Biden to support a ceasefire in Gaza and halt support for Israel amidst the climbing death toll in the region. Organized by the American Muslim Task Force for Palestine, in...
Israel-Hamas war prompts lawmakers to debate limit free speech on college campuses, with Cornell incident in spotlight

Israel-Hamas war prompts lawmakers to debate limit free speech on college campuses, with Cornell incident in spotlight

by Elleiana Green and Jessica Ma | Nov 9, 2023 | Education, Featured, National Security, Politics

WASHINGTON — Jewish students and faculty members implored lawmakers on Wednesday to condemn antisemitic incidents and push back against hateful language on college campuses as Congress grapples with flared tensions related to the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. ...

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