Two prominent Jewish organizations issued statements Wednesday following Donald Trump's primary victory announcement, with the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) ready to "usher in a new Golden Age of peace and prosperity." At the same time, the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) emphasized the need to address rising antisemitism.
The RJC announced it had contributed significantly to Trump's campaign, reporting over $15 million in spending on voter outreach efforts. "This is the greatest political comeback in US history," the RJC stated in its announcement, highlighting its extensive paid media campaign and grassroots engagement efforts in key Jewish communities. According to the RJC, Jewish voters played a crucial role in battleground states, with the organization noting that "The Jewish vote matters, and it played a major role in delivering the Presidency for President Trump."
RJC Congratulates President Donald J. Trump on Greatest Political Comeback in US History
President Donald J. Trump's decisive victory tonight is a victory for American Strength, American Leadership, American Prosperity, and the American Dream.
This is the greatest political… pic.twitter.com/sInyzVPdn8
— RJC (@RJC) November 6, 2024
The statement from the RJC specifically pointed to concerns about safety in the Jewish community and Israel's security as key factors in voter decision-making. "Jewish voters from coast to coast rejected Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party due to their failure to keep the Jewish community safe, and for undermining our ally Israel as it continues to fight an existential war against Iran and its terrorist proxies."
Meanwhile, the Combat Antisemitism Movement released its own statement, focusing on the challenges facing the American Jewish community. The organization cited data indicating that 3.5 million American Jews, representing more than 60% of the US Jewish population, have personally experienced antisemitism.
"Amid this dire reality, we expect the incoming presidential administration and all public officials to take urgent and decisive action to stop the rise of antisemitism and ensure the world's oldest hatred has no place in contemporary American society," CAM stated.
