Eric AdamsThe outgoing mayor of New York, Signed two executive orders to combat anti-Semitism immediately, It was reported through a statement. The regulations were issued a few weeks later Zahran Mamdani He takes office on January 1, 2026.
the Executive Orders 60 and 61respectively, represent economic and security measures Consistent with the defense of the State of Israel and Jewish institutions in the Big Apple Guardian.
The first regulation prohibits the city from adopting it Boycott or divestment policies against the State of Israel In public procurement and investments in the retirement system.
In this sense, all agency heads, senior contracting agents, and others appointed by the mayor are prohibited from implementing boycott or sanctions policies on the basis of national origin, specifically those directed against Israel or entities associated with the country. If they are not met, they may be subject to “Disciplinary Actions”
This regulation also affects the Chief Pensions Administrator and Trustees of City Retirement Schemes, Who cannot implement divestments of bonds and other assets for the purpose of discriminating against Israelis.
the System 61At the same time, he focuses on protection Constitutional rights to freedom of exercise of religionand freedom of expression and peaceful assembly in New York City.
he Police CommissionerAnd must, in coordination with the Legal Department, supervise Periodicals guide and legal guidance New York Police Department (NYPD) to ensure the protection of everyone “Places of worship” As well as people exercising their right to gather near them.
The review must take into account federal, state, and local laws regulating protests places of worship, Reproductive health facilitiesPrivate residences and other locations are as follows:
During his election campaign Mayor-elect of New York They talked about the Israeli military attack on Gaza, and even announced it New York Times Benjamin Netanyahu (Prime Minister of Israel) He was a “war criminal” and? An arrest warrant will be served Issued by the International Criminal Court against the politician if he sets foot in the city.
“This is something I intend to achieve.”He said Mamdani Before winning the New York mayoral election. He added at the time: “I want to ensure that this city defends international law.”
After his victory, Jewish Democratic activists said that Mamdani’s victory last month did not pose a problem. however, They are concerned about their statementsas stated The Times of Israel.
“If you are going to be mayor of New York City, which has the largest Jewish population of any city in the world, you have to understand that your defense of the phrase”The globalization of the uprising It’s not just about worrying, “But it is not acceptable.” said Haley Soifer, executive director of the Jewish Democratic Council of America.