Senate confirms Colin Kahl, a shaper of Iran nuclear deal, to senior defense post over objections by some pro-Israel groups The pro-Israel right had targeted Kahl for his role in shaping the 2015 Iran nuclear deal.
Top retired Israeli security officials back Colin Kahl, a Biden nominee on ice for his Israel positions Republicans say Kahl as defense undersecretary would endanger Israel. These Israeli generals say he was critical to helping keep Israel secure.
Biden defends Iran deal in call with Jewish leaders The vice president, saying he has encountered much skepticism among Jews, delivered a detailed, hourlong rebuttal to critics of the agreement.
