Jewish Federations Applaud Introduction of Antisemitism Act to US Senate

Jewish Federations of North America applaud Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Tim Scott (R-SC) for introducing the Antisemitism Awareness Act (SB 4127) in the United States Senate, where it has the strong bipartisan support of 14 Democrats, 15 Republicans and 1 Independent. 

Clearly and accu…

Statement on Iranian attacks on Israel

Jewish Federations condemn Iran's attacks against Israel—the first by a sovereign nation since Saddam Hussein launched scud missiles at Israel in 1991—in the strongest possible terms. 

 

Our communities stand in total solidarity with Israel and the IDF as they work to defend themsel…

Federations Surpass $800 Million Mark for Israel Relief

Jewish Federations of North America drive to provide emergency relief to Israel following Hamas's brutal October 7th attacks have surpassed the $800 million mark. Out of $806 million raised by Jewish Federations, $410 million has been allocated to the most pressing needs on the ground throug…

Jewish Federations Mourn the Passing of Former Senator Joe Lieberman z"l

Senator Joe Lieberman was a true trailblazer and represented the hopes, aspirations, and ideals of the Jewish community in the United States. As the first member of the Jewish community to run on a major party presidential ticket, he broke barriers and showed us what was possible, and alway…

Statement on Evan Gershkovich detention reaching one year

This week marks a year since Russia detained journalist Evan Gershkovich under ridiculous espionage pretenses.

 

Today, a Russian court extended his detention for another three months.

 

These absurd allegations should be dropped and Evan should be returned to his family and community …