Adams Appoints Judicial Panel Without Jewish Representatives

New York City Mayor Eric Adams unveiled an 18-member advisory committee for judicial appointments, with no Jewish representative despite Jews comprising about 10% of the city's population. Four Jewish bar associations sent a protest letter. His office denied allegations of discrimination.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams revealed the composition of the new advisory committee for judicial appointments, consisting of 18 members. An examination found no Jewish representative on the committee, despite Jews making up about 10% of the city's population and a significant part of the local legal community. Four Jewish bar associations sent a protest letter to the mayor, noting that not a single Jewish lawyer, former judge, or Jewish professional was appointed to the body. Additionally, the candidacy of retired Judge John Leventhal, who previously represented Ghislaine Maxwell, was rejected. Adams' office did not deny the lack of Jewish representatives but rejected claims of discrimination, stating he had previously appointed Jewish judges. Tensions between Adams and the Jewish community are rising amid his statements against Israel, including a video where he clarified that the only limitation preventing him from acting to arrest Netanyahu is American law.