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- Trump says he didn’t know antisemitic history of ‘Shylock’ when he criticized bankers using the term July 4, 2025"We expect more from the President of the United States," the ADL said in a statement. -- The post Trump says he didn’t know antisemitic history of ‘Shylock’ when he criticized bankers using the term appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Philissa Cramer
- Most NYers deterred by Zohran Mamdani’s BDS support, but 1 in 3 see it as a boon, poll shows July 4, 2025The poll also found that Mamdani would win if the mayoral election were held today. -- The post Most NYers deterred by Zohran Mamdani’s BDS support, but 1 in 3 see it as a boon, poll shows appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Philissa Cramer
- Knesset bill would narrow eligibility for Israel citizenship July 3, 2025Backed by far-right and Orthodox parties, the proposal would revoke the 55-year-old clause of the Law of Return that extends Israeli citizenship to those with only one Jewish grandparent. -- The post Knesset bill would narrow eligibility for Israel citizenship appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Asaf Shalev
- Court says family of Boulder firebomber can be deported July 3, 2025Wednesday’s ruling overturns a previous district court ruling blocking the family’s deportation. -- The post Court says family of Boulder firebomber can be deported appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- Gaza ceasefire deal gaining momentum, US and third parties signal July 3, 2025While Trump has pushed for a deal, Israel has said it must be allowed to resume fighting against Hamas. -- The post Gaza ceasefire deal gaining momentum, US and third parties signal appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- Acting Columbia president Claire Shipman apologizes for texts suggesting removal of a Jewish trustee July 3, 2025“The things I said in a moment of frustration and stress were wrong. They do not reflect how I feel,” Shipman said. -- The post Acting Columbia president Claire Shipman apologizes for texts suggesting removal of a Jewish trustee appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- A betrayal or politics as usual? A state rep’s endorsement of Zohran Mamdani roils Orthodox rabbis on the Upper West Side July 3, 2025Micah Lasher said he understood NYC Jews’ fears when he endorsed the fierce Israel critic two days after meeting with local rabbis. -- The post A betrayal or politics as usual? A state rep’s endorsement of Zohran Mamdani roils Orthodox rabbis on the Upper West Side appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- Meet the Jewish candidate who thwarted Anthony Weiner’s political comeback July 3, 2025State Assembly member Harvey Epstein celebrated his City Council primary victory by giving away free vegan hot dogs in the East Village. -- The post Meet the Jewish candidate who thwarted Anthony Weiner’s political comeback appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Jackie Hajdenberg
- Australia cancels Ye’s visa over controversial ‘Heil Hitler’ song: ‘we don’t need that in Australia’ July 2, 2025"We have enough problems in this country already without deliberately importing bigotry," an official said of the cancellation. -- The post Australia cancels Ye’s visa over controversial ‘Heil Hitler’ song: ‘we don’t need that in Australia’ appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Grace Gilson
- In a first for Conservative Judaism, synagogue allows clergy to participate in interfaith weddings July 2, 2025The policy change at Adath Jeshurun Congregation, a large synagogue in suburban Minneapolis, goes against rules set by the Conservative movement. -- The post In a first for Conservative Judaism, synagogue allows clergy to participate in interfaith weddings appeared first on Jewish Telegraphic Agency.Asaf Elia-Shalev