Too big a rift between American Jews and the homeland we love.
President Donald Trump and his team deserve credit for taking a major step, according to Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., who said he was “waiting to exhale” when the Israeli hostages are actually returned. Blumenthal emphasized that “there’ll be credit for President Trump, which he deserves, and for others who participated in this really monumental accomplishment,” calling it the first step in securing real peace. However, he acknowledged there are still obstacles on the way.
Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin, D-Ill., and Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., echoed similar sentiments. Durbin noted that Trump deserves credit for the deal “if it works,” while Kaine praised the president for taking the first step, emphasizing the need to see how the plan progresses.
The article critiques Trump’s broader actions, highlighting a “war on big cities in blue states,” a “war on colleges and universities,” and a “war against Trump’s ‘enemies’ — that is, prosecutors doing their jobs.” It also references the shutdown of the federal government linked to the administration’s stance on Medicaid and Obamacare, as well as tensions with federal employees.
The piece discusses judicial challenges to Trump’s policies, including courts barring troop deployments in Oregon and Illinois, and ICE raids ignored by the administration despite court orders. It raises concerns about the U.S. Supreme Court’s role in upholding lower court decisions, particularly in cases involving figures like Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., whose views on vaccines and autism are criticized as dangerous.
The article also touches on the “3.5% rule,” a political science concept suggesting nonviolent protests can topple governments, referencing the June 2025 “No Kings” rally. It concludes with a call for accountability from courts, Congress, and citizens to address ongoing conflicts.
