This week on Antisemitism Watch, we report on serious allegations in France where a man faces charges of glorifying crimes against humanity and making death threats against a Jewish couple. In Brooklyn, New York, a man was arrested for making explicit death threats against a Jewish individual, charged as a hate crime. In politics, Michigan's Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed apologized for controversial remarks made after a synagogue attack, addressing concerns within the Jewish community and broader party divisions. We also cover the detention of far-right figure Milo Yiannopoulos and scrutiny of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's decision to honor designer John Galliano, known for his history of antisemitic behavior.

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- nypost.com: https://nypost.com/2026/08/29/us-news/julie-menin-blasts-the-mets-serious-mistake-in-honoring-nazi-loving-designer-john-galliano-at-2027-gala/
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- ynetnews.com: https://www.ynetnews.com/jewish-world/article/hy3rpybume

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Antisemitism Watch reports on the conclusion of Australia's Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion following a deadly terror attack. Host Rachel Adler covers the political and media landscape, including Twitch streamer Hasan Piker's inflammatory remarks and the subsequent fallout for figures like Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed. The episode also addresses Candace Owens' firing and backlash over John Galliano's planned Met Gala honor. Security concerns and threats are highlighted with a bomb threat at a major concert and the denial of a 'Death to Zionism' protest. Legal battles over free speech related to criticism of Israel and internal party tensions over the issue are also examined. The program concludes with an apology from Abdul El-Sayed to Jewish Democrats regarding comments made after a synagogue attack.

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On Antisemitism Watch, we report on the UK court's guilty pleas in the arson of Jewish charity Hatzalah ambulances. In U.S. politics, Democratic figures are now condemning streamer Hasan Piker for antisemitic remarks, after previously platforming him for months, while Ye, formerly Kanye West, performs amid protests following his past hate speech. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has pledged increased security for synagogues ahead of the High Holidays. We also examine geopolitical analysis suggesting a new alliance is anti-Western and views Israel as a nemesis.

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- jpost.com: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-906911
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- timesofisrael.com: https://www.timesofisrael.com/four-plead-guilty-to-burning-ambulances-owned-by-london-jewish-charity/

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On Antisemitism Watch, host Rachel Adler reports on a French case where an Irish man admitted making death threats against a Jewish couple, heading to trial. New York Governor Kathy Hochul pledged increased security for Jewish communities following a synagogue attack, promising state police support. Politicians are facing scrutiny for appearances with podcaster Hasan Piker, documented with antisemitic statements. In Michigan, Attorney General Dana Nessel is skipping a state convention due to intra-party hostility and fear of harassment. The episode also covers Canadian authorities revoking a travel visa for Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Arieh King amid advocacy group pressure, California's passage of bills supporting Jewish holidays and security grants, and the Trump administration's approach to civil rights, including antisemitism.

Sources:
- timesofisrael.com: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/french-prosecutor-irish-man-admitted-making-death-threats-to-jewish-couple-will-stand-trial/
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- jpost.com: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-906922
- jpost.com: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-906945

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On Antisemitism Watch, host Rachel Adler reports on a physical attack and controversial commentary. Four men have pleaded guilty to arson charges for torching Jewish volunteer ambulances in London. We also analyze commentary arguing that certain Israeli government actions and settler activities are fueling antisemitism and challenging secular Zionism. Due to insufficient sourced details in the provided material, coverage of alleged antisemitic rhetoric by a senior civil servant is not included in this episode.

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- jpost.com: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-906911
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This episode of Antisemitism Watch features reporting on a London arson attack targeting Jewish ambulances, resulting in guilty pleas from four men. We analyze antisemitic rhetoric from influencer Hasan Piker and a former political staffer in Georgia. The report also covers findings from a new ADL study detailing antisemitism and self-censorship among Jewish educators in teachers unions, and the conclusion of Australia's royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion.

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Accountability for antisemitic hate crimes as four men plead guilty to torching Jewish community ambulances in London. We analyze a critique of the Canadian CASE report on campus antisemitism, detailing methodological flaws and omissions. Plus, Australian novelist Richard Flanagan sparks controversy by claiming the Bondi Beach attack was not antisemitic, and reporting on political rhetoric and online extremism.

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Antisemitism Watch reports on an Irishman's arrest in France for antisemitic threats and remarks targeting a Jewish couple. We examine the political controversy surrounding streamer Hasan Piker's comments in the Michigan Senate race, critiques of flawed campus antisemitism research, and a study documenting a 'tsunami of hate' within the medical profession. Coverage also includes US State Department action against extremist digital infrastructure and Columbia University's adoption of the IHRA definition.

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- dailycamera.com: https://www.dailycamera.com/2026/08/28/boulder-schools-bvsd-fight-antisemitism-anti-defamation-league-adl-opinion/
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Antisemitism Watch with Rachel Adler: Universities across the U.S. are settling lawsuits and adopting IHRA definition as campus hostility moves into classrooms. In Brooklyn, political tensions rise as a Democratic coalition allies with a figure promoting Henry Ford's antisemitic tract. Meanwhile, California advances a bill to classify 'Jewish' as an ethnic and racial category in state data collection. We also examine UK policy towards Israel framed as a potential double standard.

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An ADL report details widespread hostility and self-censorship among Jewish teachers in U.S. unions. Actor Mark Ruffalo faces accusations of antisemitism over remarks on a media merger, sparking debate within Hollywood. Plus, a Congressman condemns rhetoric suggesting Jews invite violence, and analysis connects historical anti-Zionist discourse to contemporary IHRA-qualifying antisemitism.

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