Johnny Garcia beat Maureen Galindo in the Democratic primary runoff in Texas’ 35th Congressional District, CBS News projects, after accusations of antisemitic comments by Galindo roiled the race in the final days. Galindo, a sex therapist, finished first in the March primary against Garcia, a former sheriff’s deputy, and two other candidates. But Galindo came … Read more
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from both parties for comments she posted on social media, including a pledge to turn an immigration detention facility into a “prison for American Zionists” if elected — drawing allegations from top Democrats that her campaign may be backed by conservative … Read more
Jewish Americans turn to self-defense training amid record antisemitic attacks The Anti-Defamation League reports a significant surge in antisemitic incidents, including a 39% increase in assaults involving deadly weapons, driving Jewish Americans to seek self-defense training. Daniel Schwartz of the American Jewish Alliance and Lox & Loaded co-founder Gayle Pearlstein explain their partnership with the … Read more