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I may not be following all the details and nuances well . . . I understand that Jew likely comes from Judah. I understand that the Israeli’s in Israel currently are likely comprised of at least a few folks from every tribe as are those still dispersed. What else am I not understanding? I guess I don’t see what the big hassle is all about.

Jew was the name originally given for the Southern tribes (Judah, Benjamin and the Levites).

Over time, the usage of the word was to include all 12 tribes that had blended together from those who had gone into the Southern kingdom during the split.

Representatives of all 12 tribes were present in Palestine when the Lord came to offer Himself as King.

The House of Israel (the term for the Northern Kingdom-Zech 8:13) was specifically named by Peter as being responsible for the Lord's Crucifixion.(Acts.2:36)

So, those who we call Jews today are comprised of all 12 tribes (who James wrote to), not just 3.

There are those (British-Israelites) who think that the 'lost tribes' (those removed by Assyria) migrated to Europe and formed some of the Gentile nations of Europe, particularly England and later the United States.

So the United States is really 'Israel', since the Mid-East Israel is composed of only Jews and not 'Israelites'.

This view leads to all kind of confusion regarding prophetic events with Israel (Jews) and the church.

It also seems to carry over into other doctrinal areas as well, e.g. regarding the observance of Jewish Mosiac law.

Over time, the usage of the word was to include all 12 tribes that had blended together from those who had gone into the Southern kingdom during the split.

Only those that do not understand or have not been taught include all 12 tribes under the name Jew. They have not blended together. These things have been scripturally demonstrated to you yet you choose to remain blind to the facts. That of course is your right but you should not hinder others from learning the truth.

The House of Israel (the term for the Northern Kingdom-Zech 8:13) was specifically named by Peter as being responsible for the Lord's Crucifixion.(Acts.2:36)

You are incorrect. Please read it with understanding, as has been explained.

So, those who we call Jews today are comprised of all 12 tribes (who James wrote to), not just 3.

Wrong, wrong, wrong. Open your eyes and ears.

This view leads to all kind of confusion regarding prophetic events with Israel (Jews) and the church.

It opens scripture to us. "For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace" (1Cori.14:33) This knowledge brings understanding.

It also seems to carry over into other doctrinal areas as well, e.g. regarding the observance of Jewish Mosiac law.

Do you mean as the 10 Commandments? Those Mosaic laws, such as keeping the Sabbath?