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Jan 10, 2013 · Jan 10, 2013. Jack Lew was nominated to become the next U.S. Treasury secretary Thursday. Born to a religious Jewish family, in the past year he has become one of the closest people to President Barack Obama. He also played a crucial role in the negotiations with Republicans during the recent fiscal cliff crisis.
Aug 30, 2012 · Lew described to the teens that just one generation ago, his father had to run for his life simply because he was a Jew. Now, one generation later, his son sits with the President of the United States in the Oval Office every day as an Orthodox Jew. This is a land of freedom, blessing and opportunity; never take it for granted.
Sep 5, 2023 · Lew, who practices Orthodox Judaism, has observed Shabbat throughout his governmental career and has deep relationships with the Jewish community throughout the US.
Oct 31, 2023 · Mr Lew, 68, is a career politician from a Jewish family who has served under multiple presidents.
Aug 15, 2023 · Jacob “Jack” Lew, the former U.S. treasury secretary, is being considered to replace Tom Nides as U.S. ambassador to Israel, Axios reported earlier this week, citing three knowledgeable sources. Lew, 67, an Orthodox Jew, served as White House chief of staff in the Obama administration and as director of the Office of Management and Budget ...
Oct 18, 2023 · Cardin, D-Md., has said Lew, who goes by Jack, is “an outstanding, qualified person” and that it is urgent to have a confirmed ambassador to help Israel as it navigates the new war, works to ...
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Sep 5, 2023 · Lew was largely tasked with communicating the Obama administration’s messaging to the U.S. Jewish establishment, particularly Orthodox Jews. This included advocating to skeptical pro-Israel organizations and leaders on Obama’s behalf, whether on the president’s pro-Israel bona fides or on specific nominees like Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.
