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City Council Pushes Antisemitism Bills Amid Rising Concerns

2/26/2026

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City Council Speaker Julie Menin and faith leaders urged bills to combat antisemitism and protect houses of worship.
The legislation initially proposed fixed protest perimeters but was amended to grant police discretion to balance free speech rights.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed support for the revised legislation.
Advocates, including State Assemblyman Sam Berger, urged swift passage to ensure legal protections.

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City Council Speaker Julie Menin and faith leaders urged bills to combat antisemitism and protect houses of worship.
The legislation initially proposed fixed protest perimeters but was amended to grant police discretion to balance free speech rights.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani expressed support for the revised legislation.
Advocates, including State Assemblyman Sam Berger, urged swift passage to ensure legal protections.