The ADL went after a progressive Jew as soon as he won his election. He clapped back.

The ADL's Midwest chapter criticized progressive Jewish congressman-elect Daniel Biss on election night over his approach to antisemitism. Biss responded, accusing the ADL of trafficking in fear and extremism. Other Jewish groups also criticized the ADL's targeting of Biss.

The ADL's Midwest chapter issued a blistering critique of progressive Jewish congressman-elect Daniel Biss on election night, expressing 'serious concerns' about his approach to antisemitism. The statement highlighted Biss's decision not to involve police in breaking up a pro-Palestinian encampment at Northwestern University, his objection to a state law barring pension funds from investing in companies that boycott Israel, and his campaign's opposition to pro-Israel lobbyists AIPAC. Biss, who won in Illinois's 9th District, responded by accusing the ADL of 'trafficking in fear, intimidation and extremism' and said the rhetoric undermines Jewish safety. Other Jewish groups, including J Street and the Nexus Project, criticized the ADL's targeting of Biss. Following pushback, the ADL issued a second statement saying it looks forward to working with elected officials, but omitted Biss's name. The ADL's national office later issued a broader statement on the election without naming candidates.