Republican Jewish Coalition

Vance defends Israel ties amid skepticism, says alliance is in America’s 'best interest'

Vance acknowledged disagreements between the US and Israel but said the two countries would “continue to work together,” citing shared interests across a range of issues.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a MAGA Inc. super PAC event in Sterling Heights, Michigan, US, August 31, 2026.
US Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks at a MAGA Inc. event in Sterling Heights, Michigan, US, August 31, 2026.

Vance appeals to Jewish Republicans, but doesn't address Tucker Carlson ties

The High Roller Ferris wheel, left, Venetian Hotel and Casino, Trump International Hotel Las Vegas and The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort.

At Jewish Republican summit, GOP casts midterms as a battle against DSA

Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) Chairman Jim Jordan.

Speakers condemn antisemitism, praise Trump at Republican Jewish Coalition Annual Leadership Summit


Republicans paint a Harris-Walz administration as sympathetic toward Hamas, Iran at RJC conference

At the Republican Jewish Coalition summit, speakers criticized President Biden and Vice President Harris's Iran policies, provoking boos and applause.

 People applaud as Republican U.S. presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to speak during the Republican Jewish Coalition Annual Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. October 28, 2023.

Sen. Rick Scott says he believes Netanyahu is doing 'everything he can' to bring hostages home

While advocating for hostage negotiations, Florida Sen. Rick Scott simultaneously called for Hamas's total destruction, raising questions about the feasibility of achieving both goals.

Florida Governor Rick Scott

Why US foreign policy should focus on national interests, not just Israel - opinion

Amid demands for pro-Israel rhetoric, learn why US foreign policy should prioritize national interests and strategic goals over partisan pressures.

 MATT BROOKS, CEO of the Republican Jewish Coalition, holds a kippah in support of former US president and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as he speaks at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, last month.

US Jewish groups publish conflicting ads on VP Harris's support for Israel

"Jewish Americans stand with Kamala Harris because she stands with us," claims the JDCA, while the Republican Jewish Coalition insists she 'sided with pro-Hamas demonstrators."

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (left) shaking hands with Vice-President Kamala Harris (right) during the former's visit to the US, 26.7.2024

'Israel should be putting bombs on foreheads:' Florida congressman tells Republican Jews

House Speaker Mike Johnson described the partnership between the United States and Israel as one of America's "founding principles."

 Congressman Mike Waltz speaks on Day 1 of the Republican National Convention (RNC) at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US, July 15, 2024.

RJC shares close ties with Trump's VP pick J.D. Vance who they helped send to the Senate

On Tuesday night, when Brooks got off the stage after addressing the crowded conventional hall about Trump's support for Israel and the Jewish community, he received a congratulatory text from Vance.

 Republican US Senate candidate J.D. Vance arrives to speak to supporters at an election party after winning the primary in Cincinnati, Ohio, US May 3, 2022.

In a first, Republican Jewish Coalition CEO addresses RNC as Republicans vow to make US Jews safer

Throughout Tuesday, the convention’s second day that was focused on security concerns, speakers referred to the recent anxieties of American Jews.

 Matt Brooks, CEO of Republican Jewish Coalition holds up a kippah with the name "Trump" on stage on the second day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, July 16, 2024.

Challenger backed by Republican Jewish Coalition defeats Bob Good, leader of far-right faction

"Being pro-Israel is good policy and good politics — on both sides of the aisle.”

Virginia Republican Rep. Bob Good introduces the Defending Students Civil Rights ActVirginian Republican State Del. John McGuire speaks at the Virginia Citizens Defense League Lobby Day rally

Longtime Israel critic loses Indiana Republican House primary after campaign by Jewish groups

The RJC previously worked to oust Iowa Republican Rep. Steve King, who had a history of condoning white supremacists. He lost his primary in 2020.

 THEN-PRIME minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the AIPAC Conference in Washington in 2018.

Republican Jewish Coalition endorses Donald Trump, calls him 'most pro-Israel' president

RJC said Trump will be the president of "prosperity, security, and peace through strength."

Donald Trump speaks during a joint press conference with Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the East Room of the White House in Washington , DC on Feb. 15, 2017 with an Israeli flag in the background