In response to rising antisemitism in New York City, Mayor Eric Adams has announced the formation of the Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism, the first department of its kind in a major U.S. city. This office is tasked with addressing antisemitic acts across various city agencies and monitoring legal cases tied to hate crimes. The need for such an initiative heightened after a marked increase in antisemitic hate crimes in the wake of the ongoing conflict in Gaza and attacks on Israel. Mayor Adams appointed Moshe Davis as the executive director, emphasizing a proactive and broad approach to safeguarding Jewish communities.
The Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism is an unprecedented initiative aimed at eradicating antisemitism and ensuring the safety and rights of Jewish New Yorkers.
54% of hate crimes in NYC in 2024 targeted Jewish individuals, with that figure rising to 62% in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a severe crisis.
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