American congressman and lawyer, representing New York's 10th district since 2023
Volunteer observers accompanying Palestinian olive harvesters near Nahalin are detained by Israeli forces in a two-hour landmark incident. One candidate for U.S. Congress, Brad Lander, is released after a warning; dozens of other volunteers remain in custody as questions swirl over access, security and rights in the West Bank.
A Michigan Democratic Senate primary is shaping around the Israel issue, with Haley Stevens backed by major pro-Israel donors and Abdul El-Sayed pressing a more critical stance. Local voters and a Black Detroit organizer indicate Israel policy could become a decisive factor, despite Stevens’ longstanding ties to the community.
Progressive-backed Donavan McKinney has defeated incumbent Shri Thanedar in Michigan's 13th District primary, signaling a shift toward left-leaning representation in Detroit and foreshadowing November dynamics in a heavily Democratic seat.
Israel marks three years since the Hamas-led attack of Oct. 7, 2023, with memorials, vigils and protests across the country. Activists demand a state commission of inquiry into security failures. The day features national ceremonies, regional gatherings, and a moment of silence at 6:29 a.m. as communities reflect on the war’s toll.
Federal officers have shot a man in Marble Hill, Manhattan, while attempting to arrest him. He survived and is in hospital. The man was with a five-year-old in the car; authorities say he accelerated toward officers after blocking vehicles. Belgal’s family and legal team say he was unidentifiable and that shots were fired into his vehicle without warning. DHS says officers believed their lives were in danger. The incident is under investigation as city officials pledge oversight and calls grow for transparency.