Elections

Trump's Supreme Court winning streak in election cases screeches to a halt - analysis

It showed how the winning ways for Trump and his fellow Republicans came to a sudden halt in election-related decisions at the Supreme Court in recent weeks.

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks ahead of the midterm elections at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, after being reopened following months of repairs, on the National Mall in Washington, DC, US, November 2, 2026.
People enter as the installation "Reclining Liberty" rests outside of the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington on Nov. 03, 2026, in Arlington, VA.

Americans begin voting in midterm election races with major implications for US-Israel policy

Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu at the Likud party’s election headquarters at Binyanei HaUma (Jerusalem International Convention Center) in Jerusalem, following Israel’s general elections, early October 28, 2026.

Is Netanyahu the unwitting architect of Jewish-Arab cooperation? - opinion

Yashar party chairman Gadi Eisenkot is seen gesturing to the crowd following the 2026 elections October 27, 2026.

Eisenkot must seize the mandate and form a government without Netanyahu - opinion


Opposition bloc considers reviving direct elections without dissolving Knesset to end stalemate

The opposition is considering direct elections for prime minister, reviving Netanyahu's 2021 proposal as coalition negotiations remain deadlocked.

An Israeli votes in the 2026 Knesset election, October 27, 2026.

US judge orders Trump administration to stop threats to prosecute state, local election officials

President Donald Trump's administration has taken an aggressive approach to election oversight, such as ⁠pressing states for voter-registration data, saying stricter measures are ​needed.

US President Donald Trump dances during a rally, in support of Republican US Senate candidate, former US Representative Mike Rogers, ahead of the midterm elections, at an entertainment complex in Port Huron, Michigan, US, October 25, 2026.

Georgia Senate race has Jewish voters weigh Ossoff's Israel criticism, Collins' far-right ties

Georgia's Senate election pits a Jewish Democrat who voted against certain Israel arms sales against a Republican facing scrutiny over family and former staff members' far-right views.

Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff (left) takes on GOP challenger, Rep. Mike Collins (right).

My Word: Negative political thinking - opinion

Israel’s fragmented political landscape raises questions about coalition stability, voter trust, and whether politicians can put national interests ahead of personal rivalries.

Prime Minister and Likud party chairman Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to the media after casting his ballot in Israel’s general elections at a polling station in Jerusalem, October 27, 2026

Netanyahu survived October 7 and the election, but the political reckoning isn't over

POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Netanyahu's political survival is remarkable. But the election has also revealed a weakened bloc, the beginnings of change, and serious failures by the pollsters.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Likud supporters in Jerusalem after Tuesday's exit polls showed the Likud remaining as the largest party.

Netanyahu meets Ben-Gvir, Smotrich as opposition leaders hold coalition talks

Netanyahu met Ben-Gvir and Smotrich as opposition leaders held separate talks. Eisenkot accused Likud of undermining the vote, while Lapid urged patience.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich attending the Knesset, February 7, 2024; illustrative.

Arab Israelis, Palestinians view path to coalition through political clout - analysis

With record representation in the Knesset, Arab voters see a chance to influence Israel’s government and improve their daily lives, but opposition leaders remain divided over accepting their support.

Arab Israelis cast their ballots at a polling station in Tayibe, central Israel, during Israel’s general elections, October 27, 2026.

Shas's Deri rules out joining opposition bloc government without Likud as UTJ weighs talks

"We are not in anyone's bloc," Maran Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Dov Landau said, calling on MKs from Degel Hatorah to join the opposition coalition. "We are in the bloc of the Torah world."

Arye Deri places his ballot on Election Day on October 27, 2026.

Israel’s coalition politics: How can you win an election and still lose power? - explainer

For Americans used to two-party politics, Israel’s elections can seem bewildering. It all comes down to how coalitions are built.

Voters casting ballots in Israel's 25th Knesset election

Eisenkot accuses Netanyahu of attempting to delegitimize election results

Eisenkot accused Netanyahu of launching an organized campaign to delegitimize Tuesday's election results, vowing to prevent any delay in the new Knesset's swearing-in.

Illustrative image of Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot