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'Raging antisemitism has fully consumed CUNY'

NY lawmakers and Jewish activists call for end of public funding for CUNY after extreme anti-Israel graduation speech by BDS activist.

'Raging antisemitism has fully consumed CUNY'

Lee Zeldin endorses Trump

Former Republican Rep. endorses former President as he seeks GOP nomination for 2024.

Lee Zeldin endorses Trump

Lee Zeldin assumes Jewish GOP leadership role

Jewish Republican who unsuccessfully ran for NY Governor will not seek to be head of Republican National Committee.

Lee Zeldin assumes Jewish GOP leadership role

Lee Zeldin to NYT reporter:

'Yeshivas proudly teach right from wrong'

The congressman tweeted his defense of the institutions after a New York Times reporter asked alumni to share their experiences

'Yeshivas proudly teach right from wrong'

Silver linings Playbook

Democracy won in Israel and in America. Lee Zeldin should be very proud of the fact that close to 3 million New Yorkers voted for him.

Silver linings Playbook

Hochul calls Satmar Rebbi's wife, thanks her for support

Hochul received Satmar Rebbe Harav Aharon Teitelbaum's vote of confidence last Tuesday.

Hochul calls Satmar Rebbi's wife, thanks her for support

Governor's Race

Kathy Hochul defeats Republican Lee Zeldin in New York

Kathy Hochul reelected as NY governor, heading off challenge from Jewish Republican Lee Zeldin

Kathy Hochul defeats Republican Lee Zeldin in New York

The NYT claims that schools, not crime, explain US haredi voting

The “paper of record” has decided to shame the haredi community for backing a candidate who will keep Jews and all New Yorkers safe.Op-ed.

The NYT claims that schools, not crime, explain US haredi voting

Watch: Lee Zeldin supporter choked by man at Hochul rally

See what happens when a Zeldin supporter 'dares' show up at a rally for his opponent.

Watch: Lee Zeldin supporter choked by man at Hochul rally

New York crime Isn’t Mind Over Matter

I am not falling for Hochul’s mind games. She cannot change facts on the ground I walk on..NYC is crime ridden, filthy, threatening. Op-ed.

New York crime Isn’t Mind Over Matter

Poll:

Republican Lee Zeldin takes the lead in New York governor's race

New poll shows Zeldin taking small lead over New York Governor Kathy Hochul, one week before midterm elections.

Republican Lee Zeldin takes the lead in New York governor's race

Jewish group swings its support behind Lee Zeldin

Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Endorses Lee Zeldin for Governor of New York.

Jewish group swings its support behind Lee Zeldin

Poll:

Hochul's lead over Zeldin down to just 4 percent

Quinnipiac University poll finds Democratic New York Governor’s lead has narrowed to just 4 percentage points over Republican Lee Zeldin.

Hochul's lead over Zeldin down to just 4 percent

Lee Zeldin after shooting:

'Hits extremely close to home'

Candidate Lee Zeldin speaks after the Sunday night shooting that took place while his daughters were home

'Hits extremely close to home'

Two teens shot outside of NY candidate Lee Zeldin's home

The Zeldins' daughters were in the kitchen doing homework when they heard gunshots.

Two teens shot outside of NY candidate Lee Zeldin's home

New York Governor's Race

New poll shows Lee Zeldin in statistical dead-heat with Hochul

Republican challenger Lee Zeldin gains on Democratic incumbent Kathy Hochul in latest poll, pulling into statistical dead-heat.

New poll shows Lee Zeldin in statistical dead-heat with Hochul

NY DA opens criminal probe into Lee Zeldin over election fraud

Upstate NY district attorney's case alleges fraud over signatures submitted for Zeldin to run as Independence Party candidate.

NY DA opens criminal probe into Lee Zeldin over election fraud

Congressman Zeldin:

'A bad deal with Iran is worse than no deal at all'

Republican candidate for New York Governor on proposed Iran deal: This is actually worse than the original agreement.

'A bad deal with Iran is worse than no deal at all'

Poll:

Hochul holds commanding lead over Zeldin

Poll finds that Democrat Kathy Hochul holds lead of 15 percentage points over Lee Zeldin in race for New York Governor.

Hochul holds commanding lead over Zeldin

New York Gubernatorial Race:

Republican Lee Zeldin trailing Hochul by just 4 points

New poll shows Republican congressman Lee Zeldin closing in on incumbent New York governor, trailing by just 4 points.

Republican Lee Zeldin trailing Hochul by just 4 points

Lee Zeldin slams antisemitic attacks on New York Jews

Speaking in Crown Heights, Rep. Zeldin denounces growing antisemitism facing community in recent years.

Lee Zeldin slams antisemitic attacks on New York Jews

Amb. Friedman supports Lee Zeldin: 'It's now or never'

Philanthropist Ben Landa hosted an event in support of Lee Zeldin, the Jewish Congressman who is running for Governor of New York.

Amb. Friedman supports Lee Zeldin: 'It's now or never'

Lee Zeldin attacker to stay in jail pending mental health review

Man who allegedly attacked NY gubernatorial candidate to remain in jail pending the results of a mental health investigation.

Lee Zeldin attacker to stay in jail pending mental health review

Zeldin's attacker claims:

'I didn't know who he was'

Man accused of attacking New York GOP gubernatorial candidate says he was drinking that day and didn’t know who the congressman was.

'I didn't know who he was'

Travesty of justice:

Rep. Lee Zeldin’s attacker released after only hours in custody

Man who allegedly assaulted Zeldin charged with felony but immediately released, as Jewish Congressman predicted.

Rep. Lee Zeldin’s attacker released after only hours in custody

Congressman Lee Zeldin attacked during campaign event

Jewish Congressman, who is running for Governor of New York, unharmed after man attacks him during campaign event near Rochester.

Congressman Lee Zeldin attacked during campaign event

County executive Bruce Blakeman supports Lee Zeldin

County executive of Nassau County, New York, Bruce Blakeman held a Fundraiser for Lee Zeldin who is running for Governor in New York.

County executive Bruce Blakeman supports Lee Zeldin

Op-ed:

Is America ready for a Jewish NYS governor?

Zeldin’s battle is hard, not impossible.  He can get voters from Independent and Democratic parties if he sticks to his Jewish roots. Op-ed.

Is America ready for a Jewish NYS governor?

Long Island:

Antisemitic death threat targets NY gov candidate Lee Zeldin

Jewish Rep. Lee Zeldin's Long Island campaign sign vandalized with Nazi death threat.

Antisemitic death threat targets NY gov candidate Lee Zeldin

Republicans in Congress condemn Biden for upgrading PA Unit

Sen. Bill Hagerty, Rep. Lee Zeldin, and 80s legislators release statement condemning Administration over PA Unit in Jerusalem.

Republicans in Congress condemn Biden for upgrading PA Unit

In New York, Jews aren't safe in either party

Jews have nothing to celebrate at the NYSGOP convention, even if Lee Zeldin is Jewish,because he has a rocky road ahead.Op-ed.

In New York, Jews aren't safe in either party

Jared Kushner, Avi Berkowitz nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

New York congressman nominates Trump's son-in-law and special envoy for Nobel Peace Prize for brokering the Abraham Accords.

Jared Kushner, Avi Berkowitz nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

200 GOP reps to Biden: Jerusalem should remain an undivided city

Nearly all Republicans in the House sign letter calling Biden plan to reopen Jerusalem consulate general inconsistent with American policy.

200 GOP reps to Biden: Jerusalem should remain an undivided city

Samaria leader battles in Washington against construction freeze

Head of the Samaria Council to US government: We will not cease the building in Judea and Samaria.

Samaria leader battles in Washington against construction freeze

Pro-Trump Jewish congressman says his cancer is in remission

Congressman Lee Zeldin says he appears to be cancer free, will run for Governor of New York in 2022 despite his bout with leukemia.

Pro-Trump Jewish congressman says his cancer is in remission

US rep. calls for investigation into Jew-hatred in NYC schools

New York rep. Lee Zeldin urges action after learning of a group of NYC teachers spreading anti-Israel material in their classrooms.

US rep. calls for investigation into Jew-hatred in NYC schools

CUNY union passes 'incredibly one-sided' anti-Israel resolution

Motion accusing Israel of "massacre" in Gaza and making no mention of Hamas rockets calls for supporting BDS, passes 84-34.

CUNY union passes 'incredibly one-sided' anti-Israel resolution

Lee Zeldin announces run for NY governor

Jewish Republican Congressman and Trump supporter to run for governor of New York. 'Andrew Cuomo's gotta go.'

Lee Zeldin announces run for NY governor

Rep. Lee Zeldin considering run for New York governor

Rep. Lee Zeldin, Jewish Republican, hopes to replace NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

Rep. Lee Zeldin considering run for New York governor

Rep. Lee Zeldin on the NY bail reform backlash

New York bail reform law is receiving some push back.

Rep. Lee Zeldin on the NY bail reform backlash

Jewish congressmen introduce pro-Israel resolution

Reps. Josh Gottheimer and Lee Zeldin introduce bipartisan resolution condemning rocket attacks, supporting Israel’s right to defend itself.

Jewish congressmen introduce pro-Israel resolution

Ron DeSantis is not a racist and Lee Zeldin Is not an anti-Semite

Ron DeSantis is not a racist and Lee Zeldin Is not an anti-Semite

Bipartisan resolution honors Israeli-American community

Two New York Congress members introduce bipartisan resolution honoring Israeli-Americans ahead of Jewish Heritage Month.

Bipartisan resolution honors Israeli-American community

No dollars for Ayatollahs, urge American lawmakers

American lawmakers introduce bill prohibiting President Obama from providing Iran direct or indirect access to the financial system.

No dollars for Ayatollahs, urge American lawmakers

Iran blocks Congressmen from nuclear inspections

Leading US lawmakers protest how Tehran is not letting them in to visit prisoners and inspect, even as top Iranians visit Washington.

Iran blocks Congressmen from nuclear inspections

Interview

Deal or no deal, Congress can still lead the fight against Iran

Congressman Lee Zeldin warns Iran agreement was never actually signed - so it's up to Congress to offset Obama's naive detente with Tehran.

Deal or no deal, Congress can still lead the fight against Iran

Candidate Cruz Demands Kerry Resign for Bashing Israel

Presidential candidate urges Kerry to pack his bags after he blamed 'settlements' for terror, and his spokesman slammed 'Jewish terrorism.'

Candidate Cruz Demands Kerry Resign for Bashing Israel

New York Congressman: PA Leaders Seek to Destroy Israel

Lee Zeldin says as long as PA wants to 'wipe Israel off map,' there can be no peace; Obama's policy aids threats to Israel.

New York Congressman: PA Leaders Seek to Destroy Israel