NY Jewish leaders defend Democratic AG as GOP challenger slams her response to antisemitism

New York Attorney General Letitia James and Republican challenger Saritha Komatireddy clash over antisemitism ahead of Tuesday's election. Komatireddy accuses James of turning a 'blind eye' to hate crimes, while Jewish leaders defend James's record. A Siena poll shows James leading 54% to 39%.

New York Attorney General Letitia James and her Republican opponent Saritha Komatireddy are clashing over antisemitism ahead of Tuesday's election. Komatireddy has attacked James for turning a 'blind eye' to antisemitic hate crimes, but prominent Jewish leaders are defending the Democratic incumbent. Mark Treyger of the Jewish Community Relations Council praised James's commitment, citing her support for an Ethiopian-Israeli business owner. Komatireddy, a former federal prosecutor, says district attorneys are ineffective and promises to declare a 'state of emergency on antisemitism' on Day One, though James notes only the governor can do so. Jewish Democratic officials like Jerry Nadler and Julie Menin endorsed James. Some Jewish figures back Komatireddy, who has Trump's endorsement. A Siena poll shows James leading 54% to 39%.