Jewish Americans

ADL honors US senators Rosen, Lankford for bipartisan work against antisemitism

As co-founders of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, the two have worked together to advance legislative measures targeting hate and supporting religious freedom.

Senator James Lankford (R-OK) addresses attendees inside First Church, on the day of a ceremony to mark the 30th anniversary of the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US, April 19, 2025
US Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) speaks on stage on the second day of the 2026 Republican National Convention at the American Airlines Center on September 10, 2026 in Dallas, Texas.

Republican incumbent spars with Democrat challenger over antisemitism in strongly Jewish NY distict

Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan Democratic candidate for US Senate, addresses the state's Jewish Democratic caucus at its annual "Summer Simcha" event amid broader Jewish communal concerns about his campaign, Birmingham, Mich., Aug. 30, 2026.

Michigan Democrat leaders join Nonnegotiable campaign pressuring El-Sayed on Jewish safety, Israel

Members of the national board of J Street U, the liberal Zionist group's campus wing, speak at their 2026 convention in Washington, D.C.

Jewish establishment heavy hitters are joining J Street in sign of changing times


Pairing with A Lifeline of Giving: Max August Stands with Israel’s Widows and Orphans

By mobilizing donors and raising awareness, August strengthens the IDF Widows and Orphans Organization’s vital mission of hope, healing, and support.

Max August and IDFWO CEO Shomi Nahumson at the IDFWO 2025 Academic Scholarship Event in Tel Aviv.

With ban removed, NYC rabbis are weighing endorsements in a heated mayoral race

New York City rabbis are split on endorsing candidates, with some citing concerns over Israel and antisemitism while others remain neutral.

A mayoral candidate forum hosted by B’nai Jeshurun, Congregation Beth Elohim, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, and New York Jewish Agenda on June 8.

World Zionist Congress election results are finalized, Orthodox and right-wing secure slates

The certification confirmed significant gains for slates led by haredi Orthodox Jews and that right-wing and religious parties together hold a majority in the American delegation for the first time.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seen before a portrait of Theodor Herzl, known as the "Visionary of the Jewish State" and the founder of modern Zionism in Jerusalem on May 2, 2018.

Netanyahu must listen to Trump or prepare to lose the long war - editorial

The US-Israel relationship is strong and has ties across several fields of connection. But the risk of turning away future American politicians is very real.

 L to R: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump. (illustration)

Major Jewish groups urge synagogues to seek federal security grants despite Trump’s terms

In an unusual joint statement, the groups express confidence that receiving funds from the Nonprofit Security Grant Program will not require them to compromise their religious values.

Security guards stand watch in front of a synagogue on Oct. 9, 2023 in Los Angeles.

Congressional Education c'mtee investigating NEA for 'antisemitic positions'

The US Committee on Education and Workforce is investigating the National Education Association over antisemitism concerns linked to its 2025 handbook and policies on Israel and Palestine.

House Education Committee chair Tim Walberg, pictured in 2021.

Winners of Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) National Contest Unveiled

The Combat Antisemitism Movement organized a national contest to explore and celebrate the rich tapestry of Jewish life and contributions in the United States.

A SCENE FROM ‘A Jew in America – Torn Identity.’

Half of 'very liberal' US Jews believe Israel is comitting genocide, JPPI survey finds

Experts say that the numbers show that Israel is failing to justify its actions in Gaza to its strong support base of American Jews.

 A PRO-PALESTINIAN Jewish protester participates in a demonstration calling for the release of Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil, in New York City.

Americans’ support for Israel in Gaza plummets to record low, new Gallup poll finds

The proportion of Americans who say they approve of Israel’s war in Gaza has fallen to 32%, according to the poll, the lowest since the beginning of the war.

 IS IT A dispute between friends or a serious disagreement?

Wesley LePatner, Blackstone exec. and Jewish community member among New York shooting victims

Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel's Special Envoy for combating antisemitism, identified LePatner and called her "an incredible, dedicated, beautiful, and beloved leader."

Wesley LePatner during an award ceremony from the UJA-Federation of New York.