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US officials condemn Washington shooting en masse, calling it antisemitism-based terror

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer stated that "This sickening shooting seems to be another horrific instance of antisemitism which as we know is all too rampant in our society."

 US Attorney General Pam Bondi and Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter speak to the law enforcement officials as they visit the site where, according to the US Homeland Security Secretary, two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, May 22, 2025.
 Liberal and Reform Jews participating in a rally, in support of Israel In San Jose, CA

Former Jewish group leaders call on them to speak out against 'assault on democratic norms'

 Demonstrators hold Palestinian and Israeli flags as they gather in front of the National Holocaust Museum on the day of its opening, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, March 10, 2024.

AJC, USC Shoah Foundation announce partnership to document antisemitism since World War II

 MIKE HUCKABEE attends a Conservative Political Action Conference in Orlando, Florida, in 2021. The appointment by US President Donald Trump of Huckabee, an Evangelical Christian and vocal supporter of Israel, as ambassador to Jerusalem underscores the pro-Israel orientation of this administration

What Jewish groups are saying ahead of Mike Huckabee’s confirmation hearing to be Israel ambassador


German Jewish students have felt increasingly unsafe on campus since October 7 - study

"Our report explicitly calls on those responsible at universities and in politics to take measures to ensure that universities are safe places for everyone again," said the JSUD president.

 Protestors take part in a pro-Palestinian demonstration, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Berlin, April 6, 2024.

Letters to the Editor, February 26, 2025: The inarguable fact

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

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Over 50% of American Jews changed behavior in the past year over antisemitism fears, survey finds

Much of the survey focuses on public perceptions and concerns about antisemitism.

 Demonstrators in support of Israel gather to denounce antisemitism and call for the release of Israeli hostages, on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on November 14, 2023.

Independent Schools event apologizes for speaker's anti-Israel rhetoric

Jewish groups said a keynote speaker at a National Association of Independent Schools conference to label Israel as a racist endeavor engaged in genocide.

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More than 55 Jewish groups come out against terrorism bill that could threaten nonprofits

The Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act is slated for a vote in the House of Representatives Thursday.

The US Capitol building.

European leaders must convene to implement protections against antisemitism, AJC says

"Europe is at a reckoning point," warns AJC Europe director.

Demonstrators take part in an antisemitism protest outside the Labour Party headquarters in central London, Britain April 8, 2018.

Conservative policy wonks break down Trump's Middle East policy for AJC event

Julie Fishman Rayman said from the AJC's perspective, which is always trying to get people to drive toward the middle and listen, there was a lot of constructive listening happening.

Republican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump looks on during a walk-through with campaign staff ahead of Day 3 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US, July 17, 2024.

'Your Jewish students cannot be sacrificed': Jewish leaders, students address universities

"If the university cannot be a place of learning, then what is the point? Universities across America must take action, and we are not asking asking for radical change," AJC President Deutch said.

 Pro-Israel counter-protesters stand around a demonstration by Harvard Law students participating in the National Day of Action organized by Law Students for a Free Palestine, at Harvard University on November 16, 2023.

American Jewish Committee CEO reacts to new data revealing US Jews feel less safe

Another shocking data point for Deutch was the fact that nearly half of American Jews changed their behavior, either in person or online, for fear of being identified as Jewish and facing antisemitism

 A pro-Palestinian demonstrator holds a sign, as they take part in a protest against US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to Turkey, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Istanbul, November 4, 2023.

Older American Jews feel less safe post-Hamas attack compared to younger counterparts - survey

The survey also revealed behavioral changes linked to these feelings of insecurity.

 American Jewish Committee (AJC) honoring international antisemitism envoys

I am proud to march for Israel in Washington - opinion

In this dark hour, we must stand in solidarity with Israel – in our communities, through our government, and as a people. 

 The writer addresses the US House of Representatives Bipartisan Taskforce to Combat Antisemitism.