Political Scene

Lawler is in the political battle of his life. And flipping his seat could mean the end of Republican control in the House of Representatives.

Jewish Community / Political Scene

Albany Beat - July 31, 2026

By Marc Gronich

The Star of David was hidden from plain sight when the Treasury Secretary under Washington wanted the Jewish symbol on the one-dollar bill.

Political Scene / Headline

At Manhattan Protest, Calls for Feds to Investigate Mamdani

By Aryeh Werth

“[T]his is what happens when the sitting Mayor of New York City actively demonizes Jewish residents and normalizes antisemitism…” – GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Bruce Blakeman

Political Scene / Headline

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman Visits the JP Office

By Jewish Press Staff

Political Scene / Headline

Melat Kiros, Who Said October 7 and 9/11 Were “Inevitable Consequences,” Wins Primary

By Alan Zeitlin

Kiros campaigned with streamer Hasan Piker, who has said that America deserved 9/11, ultra-Orthodox Jews are inbreds, and anyone who ever had a positive feeling for Israel should not even be able to be a dog catcher.

Political Scene

Is Political Affiliation a Protected Class?

By Leah Aron

This controversy raises a broader legal question: Can a business refuse service based on a customer’s political beliefs, or does that refusal violate anti-discrimination laws?

Jewish Community / Political Scene

Rockland County Veterans Honored by Senator Bill Weber

By Marc Gronich

Displaying reverence to veterans and showing appreciation for their service, both on and off the battlefield, is one of the time-honored traditions in American politics.