The Hill Articles: October 8, 2023

Airlines suspend flights to Tel Aviv in wake of Hamas attacks ‘Several’ US citizens confirmed killed in Israel-Hamas conflict: NSC Here’s the latest on Israel’s response to Hamas attack as nation declares war Booker, forced to shelter with staff in Jerusalem, says he’s ‘shaken’ from Hamas attacks Trump says Hamas attack on Israel, war in Ukraine would not have occurred if he were president Uniting behind a new Speaker Elon Musk flags Iranian supreme leader’s post on Hamas attack on Israel California’s clout in Congress takes a hit Christie: Republicans who support Trump for Speaker want to ‘kiss his rear end in public’ House Democratic lawmaker sheltered from rocket fire in Israel hotel: spokesperson  School choice faces special session fight in Texas Lawmakers say they are working to get constituents out of Israel in wake of attack US moves carrier strike group closer to Israel after war declaration Byron Donalds says he supports Jim Jordan for Speaker  $6B in frozen Iranian funds remain unspent in wake of Hamas attack, Blinken says Blinken: ‘Every action’ by Hamas ‘making it worse’ for Palestinians, Israelis Most Republicans want new Speaker to be loyal to Trump Biden directs ‘additional assistance’ to Israel Defense Forces after call with Netanyahu  US officials won’t call Hamas attack Israeli intelligence failure Congress must collectively champion quantum information science and technology Booker, staff depart Israel in wake of Hamas attack Israeli ambassador says there’s ‘time to investigate’ security failures after war Special election wins fuel Democrats’ hopes ahead of 2024 Pence criticizes Biden for Iran strategy after Israel attack Blue states’ plans for migrant workers can include or exclude Biden Haley says Trump’s remarks on Milley were ‘irresponsible’ McCaul says having a Speaker is necessary to replenish Iron Dome support for Israel Why ‘trans issues’ aren’t the ‘distraction’ Gavin Newsom claims they are  Gaetz won’t reveal support for Jordan or Scalise Mace announces support for Jim Jordan as Speaker Gaetz says ‘absolutely’ worth it for him to lose seat in Congress for McCarthy ouster Greene: US in ‘serious weakened position’ amid Speakership fight, Israel conflict McCaul: ‘It wasn’t my idea’ to oust Speaker Israel’s darkest day. What now? Regulation of AI’s heartbeat: a race against time for humanity Jordan says he feels ‘very good’ about getting conservative votes to be next Speaker Ken Buck says GOP efforts to elect Trump as Speaker ‘not going to happen’ Jeffries dodges question on whether Jordan fit to be Speaker Blinken: US ‘working overtime’ to confirm reports Americans among those killed in Israel A potential pivot point on Gaza — and also on Israel Has the James Webb Space Telescope found signs of life on Europa? Christie says RNC preventing joint interview with Ramaswamy was a ‘mistake’ Blinken dodges question on ‘intelligence failures’ in Israel These are the 7 ‘most offensive’ behaviors that break airplane etiquette The EEOC is trying to make ‘misgendering’ a thought-crime Over 2,000 killed and injured after earthquakes shakes Afghanistan Newsom vetoes bill banning caste discrimination in California There are 2 sides when it comes to extending the child care tax credit  Hezbollah, Israel exchange fire following attack from Palestinian militants As Israel and Gaza erupt, the US must commit to ending the violence — all the violence Former NATO commander calls McCarthy ouster ‘great day for Putin’ Why Republicans in Congress aren’t condemning corrupt politicians New York City’s Adams ups pressure on Biden amid border trip Trump involvement in Speaker’s race carries risks Why House chaos is an opportunity and threat for Biden