Rob Portman

Legislation would grant additional funds to synagogues for security

The Protecting Faith-Based and Nonprofit Organizations From Terrorism Act authorizes $75 million annually for four years for the Department of Homeland Security’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program.

US senators cite rising threats to religious institutions in seeking more money for nonprofits’ security

The lawmaker who initiated the request alluded to Saturday’s attack in Poway.

Senators Cardin and Portman write to ACLU to defend anti-BDS bill

The measure's co-sponsors say it narrowly targets commercial activity.

Israel

Bipartisan bill in House and Senate targets settlement boycotters with fines

Politics

Senate unanimously signs letter urging action on threats to Jewish institutions

Israel

House bill extends fines to compliance with BDS, settlement boycotts

Israel

In battle for the Senate, the Iran nuclear deal is looming large

Politics

J Street to launch ad campaign against Iran deal foes in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin

Politics

Republican Jewish Coalition goes door to door for senators in 3 swing states

Politics

Republican Jewish Coalition targeting 4 races where GOP senators are at risk

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