Elmo’s account is hacked, leading to a post attacking Epstein and urging violence against Jewish people.
Elmo’s account on X seems to have been taken over by hackers promoting anti-Semitic views, using the lovable red monster as a front to push obscure crypto toy companies and stir up talk about the Jeffrey Epstein case. On Sunday evening, posts from the Sesame Street character’s account began to surface, filled with bizarre rants. […]
Jewish leaders in NYC encouraged to support ‘Jews for Zohran’ Mamdani and back candidate critical of Israel for mayor
A coalition of Jewish leaders is calling on Jewish Democrats to support socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. They believe that if they fail to unite around candidates who are critical of Israel, they risk losing ground to similar democratic socialists pushed by American-backed contenders. The “Jews for Zohran” initiative, which aims to rally Jewish politicians […]
Jewish Democratic Legislators Raise Concerns About Mamdani: ‘A Major Issue’
Jewish Democratic lawmakers on Capitol Hill have raised concerns about Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic socialist candidate for mayor, particularly because of his refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, especially in light of rising anti-Semitism in the U.S. “His blatant disregard for anti-Semitism and acts of terrorism is concerning, especially since he’s willing to […]
Mask ban by Eric Adams faces challenges after Jewish groups label it ‘too broad’ in flawed introduction of new NYC law
Mayor’s Mask Ban Faces Uncertainty Amid Controversy The future of Mayor Eric Adams’s new mask ban is uncertain following a rocky rollout that even prompted a supportive Jewish group to describe it as “overly wide.” Sources indicate that Adams and city officials attempted to organize events on Wednesday to announce anti-masking measures but ultimately canceled […]
Jewish Democrats in Congress concerned by Mamdani’s primary win
Concern Among Jewish Democrats Over Mamdani’s Stance Congressional Jewish Democrats are expressing serious concerns regarding Zohran Mamdani’s recent victory in the New York mayoral election, particularly pointing out his perceived anti-Israel views as anti-Semitism rises. Within the Democratic ranks in the House, members are worried about Mamdani’s vocal support for the BDS movement and his […]
Jewish Democrats in Congress raise concerns about Mamdani
Jewish Democrats on Capitol Hill have expressed worries over Congressman Zoran Mamdani’s recent success in winning the Democratic primary for New York City mayor. They argue that his refusal to endorse the idea of “globalizing the intifadas,” as well as not recognizing Israel’s existence, could pose a risk amid the growing anti-Semitism in the U.S. […]
Jewish community confronts an extraordinary surge of hostility in America
Following what has been termed a “12-day war,” which involves Israel, the US, and Iran, there’s been a troubling increase in anti-Semitic rhetoric and incidents—far worse than what emerged after October 7th. Recent observations by the Prevention League are startling, to say the least. For many in the Jewish community, it’s not surprising. It’s painful […]
Virginia AG investigates expulsion of Jewish students following bullying allegations
Parents Claim Expulsion of Jewish Students After Reporting Bullying Two parents from Virginia are alleging that their three Jewish children were expelled from a prestigious private school after they reported experiencing anti-Semitic bullying aimed at one of their sixth-grade daughters. The Nysmith School in Herndon, Virginia, recognized in 2015 as one of the “Top 10 […]
Arson Attack on Melbourne Synagogue Compels Jewish Community to Evacuate
Arson Attack on Melbourne Synagogue In Melbourne, Australia, arsonists targeted a synagogue, igniting the doors while a congregation gathered inside. This incident comes just months after another synagogue in the same city was destroyed in a fire that injured worshippers. According to police, a man approached the double front doors of the East Melbourne Hebrew […]
Understanding Jewish American identity on Independence Day
While many Jewish Americans may not trace their roots back five generations, I can. This gives me a particular sense of responsibility—not just to honor our legacy, but also to remember what this country represented for those who came here seeking refuge. My great-grandmother escaped Hungary at the turn of the 19th century to flee […]