Chuck Schumer

Trump spy nominee Jay Clayton faces tense hearing after refusing to say Joe Biden won in 2020

Clayton said only that Biden had been "certified" as president, while also insisting, "I am not an election denier."

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Jay Clayton, US President Donald Trump's nominee to be Director of National Intelligence, testifies during a Senate Intelligence Committee confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington.
US Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) attends a Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee confirmation hearing for Casey Means, nominated to serve as the next US Surgeon General, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, February 25, 2026.

Bernie Sanders urges Platner to quit Maine Senate race as Democrats vie to succeed him

"I have spoken with Graham Platner about the best path forward for Maine," Sanders, a prominent progressive backer of Platner and his biggest national ally, said in a statement.

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US President Donald Trump reacts as he and members of his administration deliver remarks to reporters on the Trump administration's support for coal energy production, among other topics, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington

US Senate passes $70 billion bill for immigration and border patrol, ICE

The Senate voted 52-47 to approve the legislation, with no support from Democrats and no provision to ban a controversial $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund.

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US President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing held at the White House on February 20, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Most Americans say Trump growing erratic with age, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

The six-day poll concluded on Monday, revealing that most Americans think the country's political leadership is generally too old.

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Gantz, Gallant, Biden, and Schumer: A bilateral unity coalition - opinion

In Washington, the US president and his team watched closely as Gallant and Gantz appeared before the media and the Israeli people, making statements and ultimatums to Netanyahu.

MAY 20, 2024ByDAVID JABLINOWITZ
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) meets with Israeli War Cabinet member Benny Gantz at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., March 5, 2024.

House to vote on Republican-led bill requiring Biden to allow delivery of restricted weapons

US House to vote on "Israel Security Assistance Support Act" amid Biden's arms restriction to Israel; Republicans lead and the Democrats are divided.

MAY 15, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN
US President Joe Biden delivers remarks during a visit to Gateway Technical College in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, US, May 8, 2024

Schumer’s speech epitomizes US frustration with Israeli policy - comment

'The Netanyahu coalition no longer fits the needs of Israel after October 7,' Schumer declared.

APRIL 18, 2024BySTEVE LINDE
US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY).

House Republicans to bring resolution supporting Israel to vote

During their weekly press conference Wednesday morning, House Republican leadership slammed Biden and Democrats while professing support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. 

APRIL 10, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN
AMERICAN AND ISRAELI flags fly during a demonstration in support of Israel at the US Capitol in 2002.

Israel alienating President Biden and Senator Schumer would be reckless - opinion

Schumer continues to be a major force bonding the US and the state of Israel and upholding the value of their strategic alliance.

APRIL 4, 2024ByYITZ GREENBERG
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden chats with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer in the Oval Office. Alienating the Bidens and Schumers of this world will go down in Israel’s history as reckless folly, the writer argues.

Letters to the Editor, March 27, 2024: Skewed contributions

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

MARCH 27, 2024ByLETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letters

When Schumer became his brothers’ reaper - opinion

The worst part of the speech was not what made headlines. It was when Schumer threatened his brothers in Israel in a way no true guardian ever would.

MARCH 24, 2024ByMARTIN OLINER
US SENATE Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, last week.

Is it time for elections in Israel? - comment

The Broad Perspective: We need a government we can trust to handle the Lebanon issue carefully and tactically above all. 

MARCH 22, 2024ByTAMAR URIEL-BEERI
A LARGE billboard advertisement in Tel Aviv reads: ‘We need elections.’

Why Senator Schumer has put Israel in danger - opinion

Commentary on Israeli politics by a leading US senator may inadvertently embolden Iran and its proxies, threatening Israel’s defense capabilities.

MARCH 22, 2024ByMARK LAVIE/THE MEDIA LINE
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) stands behind the rostrum as fellow Democratic senators speak to reporters at the Capitol in Washington, U.S., October 31, 2023.

Schumer’s meeting with American Jewish leaders exposes rift between religious, political factions

Sen. Chuck Schumer's call for elections within Israel has led to some immense backlash. Following the backlash, he met with the presidents of Major American Jewish organizations.

MARCH 21, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN
US SENATE Majority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks at a news conference on Capitol Hill, last week.