US Jews

Lawsuit against Dearborn

Ramadan celebrated, Jewish holidays ignored

Dearborn, Michigan, defends its religious policies after a lawsuit alleges public funds favored Ramadan displays while Jewish and Christian holidays were ignored.

Trump hosts haredi leaders at the White House for Passover

US President hosts special Passover event at the White House with prominent haredi leaders and freed Hamas hostage Edan Alexander. Trump speaks warmly about redemption while putting Ivanka and Jared Kushner on speaker phone.

US Jews say Israel’s existence is vital, back Trump peace plan

A new survey finds most US Jews view Israel as vital to Jewish continuity, support Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, and credit him with securing the hostage release deal.

Consul General to US Jews

'Don't say it's our fault, it's not'

Ofir Akunis, the Consul General of Israel in New York, tells American Jews to be strong in the face of antisemitism and lies against Israel on David Harris's 'Defending Israel' program.

US Jewish leaders refuse to meet with Macron

Leaders of US Jewry declined a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, citing his push to recognize a Palestinian state and the rise in antisemitism.

Survey:

Nearly 70% of American Jews support Operation Rising Lion

While a majority of participants in JPPI’s Voice of the Jewish People panel believe Israel's decision to attack Iran was correct, the majority said the US should not actively participate in those strikes.

Harris to Jewish voters:

'I will never allow Iran to acquire a nuclear weapon'

US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate speaks to Jewish supporters ahead of Yom Kippur: I will never forget October 7, we all must work to ensure nothing like the horrors of that day can ever happen again.

Biden:

'Without an Israel, every Jew in the world is less secure'

US President in call with American rabbis marking the High Holy Days: You don’t have to be a Jew to be a Zionist.

'Old antisemitic tropes'

Trump criticized for warning to Jewish voters

Harris campaign and several Jewish groups criticize former President who warned that Jewish voters would bear some of the blame if he lost the presidential election in November.

Josh Shapiro:

'Trump trying to use me and other Jews to divide Americans'

Pennsylvania Gov. denies antisemitism played a role in his not becoming the Democratic Party’s vice presidential nominee, says Trump is the “least credible person” when it comes to standing up against hatred and bigotry.

Trump:

'There has never been a more dangerous time to be Jewish'

Former US President and Republican presidential nominee says Vice President Kamala Harris rejected Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro as her running mate because he is Jewish.

'Disgusting comments'

Harris fires back at Trump who said she doesn't like Jews

US Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign fires back at former Trump, who said in an interview that Harris “doesn’t like Jews”: Trump thinks he can score points with Jewish voters by denigrating them.

Trump:

'It amazes me how Jewish people will vote for the Democrats'

Former US President criticizes Vice President Harris: She’s totally against the Jewish people, and it amazes me how Jewish people will vote for the Democrats when they're being treated so disrespectfully.

'A friend of the Jewish community'

Jewish Federations of North America thank Biden

Jewish Federations of North America thank US President for supporting the Jewish community, after he announces he is withdrawing from the presidential race.

Detroit:

Accused killer of Jewish woman denies any role

Michael Jackson-Bolano, charged with killing Samantha Woll, tells jurors he never entered her home but had discovered her bloody body outdoors.

Survey:

US Jews more optimistic about Israel's future than America's

Jewish People Policy Institute publishes results of Kol Haam: Voice of the Jewish People Survey, which show more Jews believe US is not supporting Israel enough.

Trump:

'Any Jewish person who votes for Biden does not love Israel'

Former US President repeats previous criticism: Biden is no fan of Israel. Any Jewish person that votes for Biden should be spoken to.

Schumer responds to Trump:

'To make Israel a partisan issue only hurts Israel'

Senate Majority Leader fires back at Trump over criticism of Jews who vote for Democrats: Trump is making highly partisan and hateful rants.

Trump:

'Jews who vote for Democrats hate their religion'

Former US President lashes out at the Democratic Party, says it hates Israel and that Jews who vote for that party "hate everything about Israel and they should be ashamed of themselves".

Jewish singer Steve Lawrence dies at 88

Steve Lawrence, remembered for his work with wife Eydie Gorme as Steve & Eydie, dies from complications due to Alzheimer’s disease.

Poll:

Trump leads Biden among Jewish voters in New York

New poll by Siena College shows that former President has a 9-point lead over current President among Jews in New York state.

Amid war in Israel:

American Jews are arming themselves

Following a spike in antisemitic incidents, Jews in the US feel the need to protect themselves and are seeking out means to do so.

Sara Netanyahu to Jewish leaders:

'How come you don't condemn what they say about me?'

PM's wife asks US Jewish leaders who met with her and her husband in New York why they do not condemn the incitement against her family.

Rep. Nadler blasts Trump:

'Your antisemitism is loud and clear'

Rep. Jerry Nadler rips Trump over his criticism of liberal Jews in a post on Rosh Hashanah.

Biden to Jewish leaders: I have your back

US President speaks to top rabbis and Jewish community leaders ahead of Rosh Hashanah: Antisemitism has risen to record levels.

American Jewish Org. to Lapid:

Remarks to Jewish leaders delegitimize Israel

Am Echad sent the opposition leader a letter criticizing remarks he made in a meeting with Jewish leaders in New York.

Lapid to US Jews:

'Don't give up on the State of Israel'

Opposition leader meets North American Jewish leaders in New York, stresses importance of US Jewry's partnership with Israel.

When push comes to shove:

Will American Jews stand behind Israel's government?

Lay leaders from across America's Jewish community addressed the government, with a list of complaints regarding its 'right-wing policies.'

Jewish Federations congratulate Netanyahu on new government

Jewish Federations of North America also express "significant concerns" over statements and positions by some members of the coalition.

Report:

US Jewish leaders raise alarm over new Israeli government

Several US Jewish leaders warned Israeli officials that extremist moves by the new government could seriously hamper support for Israel.

Trump to address gathering of Orthodox Jewish leaders

Trump's speech at Torah U’Mesorah Presidents Conference follows controversy over Nick Fuentes meeting and his criticism of Jewish leaders.

Trump:

'Jewish leaders should be ashamed of themselves'

Former President says US Jewish leaders forgot he was the best US President for Israel.

Trump:

'We could have truly had peace in the Middle East'

Former President speaks at Republican Jewish Coalition event in Las Vegas, says again US Jews “don’t appreciate” his Israel policies.

Netanyahu:

'I don't think Trump is antisemitic'

Former PM rejects allegations that Trump is antisemitic: He has a Jewish son-in-law and his daughter converted to Judaism.

Trump criticizes US Jews:

'They don't appreciate enough what I did for Israel'

Former US President calls on US Jews "to get their act together before it is too late."

Policy shifting against Israel? Check history

The anti-Israel media, the schism with US Jewry, the Congressional criticism - we've been there before. Op-ed.

In Nevada, an Orthodox community quietly continues to grow

Henderson, Nev., has a growing Jewish population. Here’s what locals love about living Jewishly in the desert.

US Jewish umbrella group calls for unity

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations issues statement encouraging unity as vote counting continues.

Top US doctor: Synagogues could reopen for High Holy Days

Dr. Anthony Fauci says US synagogues may be able to be open in the fall, but only if certain conditions are met.

Chicago Jews train to defend synagogues responsibly

CCL Shul Members aims to train Jewish carry license holders to bear arms responsibly, praying they will not be needed.

OpEd: The solution to Anti-Semitism? It isn’t attacking Jews

Attacking Jews who are working for the good of the klal is never the answer to anti-Semitism.

Pompeo: I get why some think peace plan will favor Israelis

Secretary of State tells Jewish leaders one might argue that Trump peace plan is “unexecutable” but hopes it isn't dismissed out of hand.

'Eyewitness 1948' - The brave US Jews who helped found Israel

Watch the archives of rare historical footage - the fascinating stories of American Jews who contributed to the founding of Israel.

2/3 of Americans now believe Jews face discrimination in US

Pew survey shows massive increase in number of Americans who believe Jews face discrimination in the US.

Israel and the Jews of the US: This is the time to connect

Lessons from across the Great Divide with progressive American Jews.

'Reform leaders organized 'lynch' against Hotovely'

NY rabbi says Deputy Foreign Minister is correct in saying US Jews don't serve in army as Israelis do.

'Threat of imminent attack on US Jews is real'

Deputy Homeland Security Secretary paints grim picture of Jewish communities' vulnerability to terrorism, says leaders not doing enough.

7 things to know about New York Jews ahead of state primary

With the Jewish vote to prove decisive for both parties in New York's primaries, some facts the candidates would do well to consider.

Jews set to hand Clinton Florida

Sanders has been absent from densely Jewish Miami, Palm Beach and Boca Raton counties. Polls predict 2:1 victory for Clinton.

Is Christmas the day Diaspora Jews feel most Jewish?

Whether it is the 'Matzoball' or eating Chinese food, Jews have created a counterculture to celebrate their own 'otherness' in the U.S.

Kahlon's Real Estate Tax a 'Declaration of War,' Says Expert

Anyone who is expecting home prices to fall with Moshe Kahlon as Finance Minister will be sorely disappointed, claims industry expert.

Obama Wishes 900 US Rabbis a Happy New Year

In annual conference call for Rosh Hashana, Obama focuses on 'unshakable' commitment to Israel and 'two state solution.'

Bachmann Says US Jews are Selling Out Israel

Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann says Jewish organizations prefer Obama's future over Israel's.

Pollard's Continued Incarceration: A Message to American Jews

Tablet magazine argues Pollard's inordinate sentence shows US distrusts of Jewish loyalty, a discrimination which endangers US Jews.

'Knockout Game' Hits Boro Park

Samuel Pearl, Borough Park resident, is punched to the ground while returning home from work; youths left him there like it was routine.

US Jews See ‘Other Side’ of IDF

Twenty US Jewish volunteers visited “the other side of the IDF” and learned how it helps those in need, even halfway around the globe.

US Jews Go to Bat for Israel in World Baseball Classic

American Jewish baseball players are going to bat for Israel and will play for “Team Israel” in the World Baseball Classic this summer.

US Jews Suffer ‘The Great Kosher Chocolate Chip Crisis’

US Jews panic over Trader Joe’s removal of “pareve” from its chocolate chips, meaning they can’t be eaten with meat. Shoppers raid stocks.

Special Needs Kids: 'We Have a Special Mission in God's World'

A group of hareidi special needs children from New York were treated to a tour of the US Capitol and White House

US Jewish Zionists Speak Out Against Destruction of Givat Aryeh

Change in US Jewish Zionist groups’ policy? NY demo against gov’t destruction in Itamar.