American Jews

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to skip Israel Parade, first absence since 1964

Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the Israel Parade, the first NYC mayor to skip the event since 1964, sparking controversy and protests over antisemitism and policy.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers his 100 Days Address, a speech dedicated to outline the progress made on his core campaign promises since taking office, in Queens, New York City, US, April 12, 2026.
Official White House Photo of Elizabeth Pipko.

‘People are genuinely afraid’: Elizabeth Pipko speaks to ‘Post’ on Trump, antisemitism - interview

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers his 100 Days Address, a speech dedicated to outline the progress made on his core campaign promises since taking office, in Queens, New York City, US, April 12, 2026.

Jewish safety is not negotiable - opinion

ISRAELI AMBASSADOR to the US Yechiel Leiter in the Oval Office seen at the White House in April 2026.

The panicked Israeli ambassador’s outburst against J Street - opinion


Voting in New York: American Jews make local choices, not Israeli ones - opinion

In Israel, there are still those who struggle to grasp that American Jewry is not an overseas branch of Israeli politics.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers his 100 Days Address, a speech dedicated to outline the progress made on his core campaign promises since taking office, in Queens, New York City, US, April 12, 2026.

200 influencers unite against antisemitism at CAM Miami Summit

CAM CEO Sacha Roytman, "We need more courage. More allies. More action. More content. Your voices are needed more than ever. That is why this summit matters.”

CAM CEO Sacha Roytman addressing the “Voices for Truth” social media influencers summit, organized by the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), in Miami, Florida.

US Department of Justice announces Antisemitism Advisory Committee

The US Department of Justice announced an Antisemitism Advisory Committee to advise on rising antisemitism and a national tour to strengthen local responses.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) building in Washington, pictured on November 28, 2025; illustrative.

Orthodox rabbi at Washington faith rally says antisemitism is ‘utterly un-American’

“And it is a reminder, as hatred of Jews makes itself manifest again, that antisemitism is utterly un-American.” said Rabbi Meir Soloveichik.

Rabbi Meir Soloveitchik speaks at the "Rededicate 250" prayer rally on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., May 17, 2026

Trump administration hosts White House Shabbat gathering for US 250th anniversary

Trump’s administration hosted a White House Shabbat gathering after the president urged Jewish Americans to observe the sabbath for the US 250th anniversary.

A man wears a Trump yarmulke while waiting for U.S. President Donald Trump to address the Republican Jewish Coalition 2019 Annual Leadership Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., April 6, 2019.

CAM weekly antisemitism report – antisemitism on the march across the globe, with record rises

For the second time in 6 days, pro-terror demonstrators besieged a New York City synagogue to shut down an Israeli real estate expo

People attend a protest against US and Israel strikes against Iran in New York City, US, March 7, 2026.

'Children of the American Jewish Ghetto': A Jewish community’s cherished past - review

A reference book recounting the lives and careers of a complete generation of accomplished American Jews, successful in a wide variety of careers and occupations.

MONUMENT TO Woody Allen in Oviedo, Spain, a city he made famous in  ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona,’ starring Scarlett Johansson.

From an F to a C: Does Cal Poly's new antisemitism grade reflect reality?

ANTISEMITISM AFFAIRS: The ADL has published the annual report card since 2024, grading colleges and universities based on levels of antisemitic incidents and attitudes reported on campus.

Cal Poly President Jeffrey Armstrong testifies during a hearing on campus antisemitism before the House Education and Workforce Committee in Washington, DC, last year.

They posted about Jewish American Heritage Month. Then the antisemitic comments poured in

Emily, the Jewish content creator behind “Sprinkles the Weenie,” said she has come to expect the inflow of antisemitic comments whenever she posts on social media.

The Instagram account "Sprinkles the Weenie" drew dozens of antisemitic comments on a post commemorating Jewish American Heritage Month.

Why keep the Sabbath? - opinion

US President Donald Trump urged Jewish Americans to observe a national Sabbath, a rare and monumental statement that brought the importance of keeping the holiday to light.

An empty Shabbat dinner table that has been organised by a volunteer group every Friday since October 7 2023 is pictured, in Washington, DC, US, September 20, 2024.