Brandeis Center Praises Florida for Addressing Spiking Antisemitism

Antisemitic incidents have been rising in Florida for several years.

Prior Diplomatic Selections May Inform Controversial Netanyahu Choices for New York Posting

“He might as well appoint who he sees fit,” said Morton Klein, national president of the Zionist Organization of America, of the vacant consul general role the Israeli prime minister aims to fill.

Every Republican Governor Honors Jewish Heritage Month in Joint Statement

“As public servants and governors, we support and recognize May as Jewish American Heritage Month—and call for observance to celebrate the historical, economic and cultural impact of the Jewish-American people who have strengthened our communities and emboldened our nation throughout history.”

Florida the Only US State Where El Al will Service Two Cities

Israel’s national carrier recently relocated its American headquarters from N.Y. to the Sunshine State.

DeSantis: ‘There’s Never Been a Palestinian Arab Entity’

The Florida governor signed a bill to help his state combat antisemitism and vowed to keep the U.S. embassy in Jerusalem.

Gang of 3 Colorado Teens Emulate Arab Terrorists in Murderous Rock-Throwing Attack

The young woman was talking to a friend on the phone when a heavy rock smashed through her front windshield and hit her, sending her vehicle careening off the road into a field.

US Emptying Out Munition Stockpiles in Israel to Help Ukraine

"These are Israel's reserve stockpiles for times of war," a former cabinet minister says. "The move has had a bigger meaning in light of the threats on Israel in multiple theaters."

ADL Hires FBI Unit Chief Rusty Rosenthal as VP of Security and Law Enforcement

Rosenthal joins ADL after serving in the FBI for more than 25 years. From 2019 to 2022, he served as the FBI Legal Attaché and senior representative to Israel.

Disabilities Lawsuit Seeks to End NYC’s ‘Open Streets’

The plaintiffs argue Open Streets makes it impossible for seniors and those with disabilities to successfully access those areas.

Biden’s Independence Day Message: Israeli Democracy Resilient (Like I Told Golda)

The details of Biden’s story are a little strange even if we accept that it took place in the summer of 1973.

US President Joe Biden Announces 2024 Run for Reelection

The president said his running mate will once again be Kamala Harris, currently vice president in the Biden Administration.

Anarchists Heckling Rothman’s Speech Removed Forcibly at Jewish Federations Conference

Why exactly did the folks with the 64 mandates relinquish control to the brutal street mobs?

Antisemitism Charges Resurface as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries Visits Israel

Leader Jeffries is a friend, except that In the summer of 1991, he supported his uncle, antisemitic Professor Leonard Jeffries.

Netanyahu Nixes Appointment of MK May Golan as NY Consul

The move drew condemnation from many left-leaning Jews and prompted the U.S. State Department to weigh in.

48 Former US Generals, Admirals Call for US to Arm Israel Against Nuclear Iran

JINSA reissued the letter with four additional former military leaders as signatories.

Pew Poll: 65% of Americans Say Belief in God Unnecessary for Moral Life

Israel is an anomaly in the data with almost an even split between those who say belief in God is and isn’t a prerequisite for morality.

Pittsburgh Tree of Life Synagogue Shooter Goes to Trial

The defense team claims Bowers suffers from schizophrenia and epilepsy, making an insanity defense likely.

US After-School Hebrew Programs Attendance Down to 141K from 230K 16 Years Ago

"We cannot ignore it and keep saying, well, we heard it’s bad, it used to suck, and it’s still going to suck."

Netanyahu to CNBC: Drop in Investors’ Confidence ‘Momentary Problem’

"Those who come in now, and are coming now, are going to make a lot of money."

Swastika Carved on Back of Jewish Teen with Special Needs Near Las Vegas

ADL: “Not only was this student targeted for his identifiable faith, but he was particularly vulnerable due to his disability."

Bomb Threat Temporarily Shuts Down Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights

The grenades were found in a building housing a mental health facility and institute for community living.

US Supreme Court Considers Sabbath Observance Protections

"Agudath Israel receives countless calls from people around the country who have lost their jobs or were unable to take a job because of their Sabbath observance."

US House Speaker McCarthy to Lead 20 Congress Members to Israel

The Republican will be the second-ever American speaker to address the Knesset plenum.

Doctor Saves Young Passenger’s Life on El Al Flight to New York

“I’m glad I was in the plane and able to help,” said Dr. Ungar.

1 Dead, 5 Injured in Manhattan Garage Collapse Near Pace University

An adjacent garage at 27 Beekman Run was subsequently shut down after fire officials determined it was also unsafe.

IfNotNow Disrupts DeSantis Speech; RJC: Democratic Party Going Full Anti-Israel

Last Friday, two IfNotNow activists disrupted a speech by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

DOJ Arrests 2 Suspects for Setting Up Chinese Police Station in Manhattan

The “brazen, criminal schemes” were allegedly directed and carried out by China’s National Police Service to “export and crush any criticism ... here in the United States.”

Graham, Netanyahu Talk Iran, Saudi Arabia and Circle of Peace

Graham: "I want a clear message to be sent in the 21st century that destruction of the Jewish State means war with the United States."

US Raids ISIS Camp in Syria, Kills 3

The number of ISIS fatalities in military operations in the Syrian desert since early 2023 has increased to 141.

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