American anti-Zionist, pro-Palestinian left-wing advocacy group
Eight people linked to the University of Michigan have been indicted on federal conspiracy charges for planning threats, vandalism and other acts against campus leaders, law enforcement, and businesses tied to Israel. The investigation outlines a sustained campaign beginning in 2023, including demonstrations, surveillance, and online threats. Several defendants face additional charges for witness intimidation.
California lawmakers are pushing SB 1387 to classify Jewish identity as an ethnicity on state demographic forms. If enacted, forms across agencies would include a Jewish option, with privacy protections and exemptions tied to federal funding concerns. Supporters argue it will illuminate data on Jewish communities; opponents warn of misuse and historic traumas. The bill awaits Assembly action after Senate passage.