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The UK Home Office has cancelled electronic travel authorisations for Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker, blocking their planned appearances at SXSW London and the Oxford Union. Officials have said their presence "may not be conducive to the public good." Both men say the bans follow their criticism of Israel; critics say the move raises free‑speech concerns.
Progressive candidates tied to the Democratic Socialists of America have won pivotal primaries in New York and Colorado, challenging pro-Israel incumbents and the influence of AIPAC. The victories reflect a shift in how the Democratic base views Israel and Gaza, with winners advocating for ceasefire, Palestinian rights, and a pivot away from unconditional military aid.
Rubio has won backing from key conservative Jewish circles, signaling a potential tilt in Republican support among American Jews amid ongoing debates over Israel policy and antisemitism. The Times of Israel reports rising enthusiasm for Rubio within MAGA-aligned Jewish voters, while New York politics coverage highlights similar concerns about antisemitism within Democratic leadership.