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Israeli comedian cancels New York City show after pro-Palestine protest blocks club entrance

Hochman, who had previously served as an IDF soldier in Gaza, appeared outside the venue despite the show's cancellation, meeting his fans with hugs and jokes.

GUY HOCHMAN poses with the Israeli flag next to a crowd of pro-Palestine protesters in New York City, January 20, 2026.
NEW YORK CITY mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani speaks at a news conference at City Hall Park last week. Jews have a sacred obligation to their homeland; neither international law nor a mayor should obstruct them, the writer argues.

Mamdani tells 'The View' he would push rent freeze, vows to fight antisemitism

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces the appointment of Christine Clarke as chair and commissioner for the New York City Commission on Human Rights at Diversity Plaza in Jackson Heights, Queens in New York City, New York

This was not protest, it was a threat to New York’s Jewish community - opinion

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani pictured during his first day in office, January 1, 2026.

Mamdani sought input from NY Jews before condemning pro-Hamas protest, NYT reports


MK Eliyahu: Stop excusing it, Jewish support for anti-Israel politics is crisis - opinion

The election of Zoharan Mamdani as mayor of New York highlights a painful and recurring phenomenon: Jews who turn their anger not toward external enemies, but toward their own people.

Ultra-Orthodox Jews from the Neturei Karta community attend a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as he delivers an address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at the U.N. headquarters, in New York, US, September 26, 2025.

NYC Jews cautious, others jubilant, following Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral win

Major Jewish organizations issued a joint statement calling on the mayor-elect to govern with respect for the city's diverse views.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani's Jewish supporters hold posters as they gather outside the venue of an election night watch party, after Mamdani won the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 5, 2025.

‘Trump is your president’: Screen at Mamdani election night HQ displays pro-Trump message

After a campaign night hack, Mamdani used his speech to challenge Trump, promising to defend immigrants and hold powerful interests to account.

Screenshot of a video of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Tuesday night election party. November 4, 2025.

Don’t despair, organize. A message to New York’s Jews - comment

After Corbyn became leader of the UK’s Labour Party, the Jewish community successfully rallied for years to expose antisemitism and counter his agenda. Now we must do the same, and I'm sure we will.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani waves to his supporters after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 4, 2025.

Mamdani: 'We will build a city hall that does not waver in fight against scourge of antisemitism'

"My friends, we have toppled a political dynasty," Mamdani stated in his remarks, referring to his defeat of former governor Andrew Cuomo.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, US, November 4, 2025.

Why New York’s Jews couldn’t repeat Britain’s Corbyn lesson - analysis

Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York City mayor has shaken Jewish communities, raising fears about rising BDS influence and sparking debate over aliyah, identity, and Israel’s place in NY Jewry.

Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani waves on stage after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, November 4, 2025.

Mamdani winning in NY means antisemitism can win elections, would impact Jews globally - editorial

Whichever candidate prevails, the implications will be felt far beyond New York. If Mamdani's on top, that would be a bad day for Jews worldwide. If not, we must reflect on why he almost did.

Democratic candidate for New York City Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, shakes the hand of a cab driver while campaigning in Manhattan's Upper East Side neighborhood during early voting, in New York City, U.S., October 27, 2025

Jewish exodus from NYC? Rabbi plans Jewish school in Hamptons after Mamdani’s victory

Rabbi Marc Schneier said he plans to build what he called “the first Jewish day school in the Hamptons,” anticipating “thousands of Jewish families” moving from the city to Suffolk County.

With the news of  Zohran Mamdani mayoral victory, this rabbi is announcing plans for the building of the first Jewish day school in the Hamptons.

Zohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral election as Cuomo, Sliwa, concede race

NYC mayoral race draws out 2 million voters as polls close • Democratic governors win in New Jersey, Virginia

ZOHRAN MAMDANI, Democratic candidate (R), during a mayoral debate with Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa (C) and Independent candidate Andrew Cuomo, in New York City, Oct. 16, 2025.

New York Jews voting for 'Jew-hater' Zohran Mamdani are stupid, Trump says in fiery attack

"Any Jewish person that votes for Zohran Mamdani, a proven and self professed JEW HATER, is a stupid person!!!," the US president wrote on Truth Social.

(L-R:) US President Donald Trump; Zohran Mamdani