NYC Establishes Office to Combat Surge in Antisemitism

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has established the city's first executive-level Mayor’s Office to Combat Antisemitism in response to a significant surge in antisemitic hate crimes, which accounted for over 60% of all hate crimes in early 2025 despite Jewish New Yorkers comprising only 10% of the population. The office will form an inter-agency taskforce to monitor court cases, advise on legislation, collaborate with city agencies, and ensure Jewish residents feel protected. Moshe Davis, a Jewish liaison and community advocate, has been appointed as the first executive director, pledging a "sledgehammer" approach to tackling antisemitism. The initiative enjoys broad support from city officials and Jewish community leaders and builds on previous efforts like the Jewish Advisory Council. Mayor Adams is also highlighting this issue in his 2025 re-election campaign, emphasizing coordinated and immediate action against antisemitism. The creation of this office marks a historic response by a major U.S. city to the ongoing crisis of antisemitic violence and harassment.