'If anyone finds opposition to hate threatening, they best look inward,' Biden spokesperson says after Boebert claimed president's initiative uses 'tactics out of USSR playbook'

Israeli envoy, Jewish group's across spectrum hail unveiling of initiative, which outlines steps government agencies can take to combat phenomenon

US preident-elect leans into previous administration's personnel and experience amid health, economic crises; progressive wing of party calls for more diversity

Move marks a shift for the longtime Democratic foreign policy expert, who served as Obama's national security adviser

Some picks may hinge on whether Democrats win Senate or not; choices for secretary of state boast pro-Israel bonafides but rankled some by supporting Iran deal

Presumptive Democratic nominee has pledged to select a female running mate, with several US lawmakers and Obama's ex-national security adviser seen as favorites

Former Obama national security adviser, who is reportedly on shortlist to be Joe Biden's running mate, says Netanyahu plan threatens bipartisan support for Jewish state