Commie Mamdani ERASES Antisemitism Protections — Day One

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New York City’s newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani made dismantling his predecessor’s antisemitism protections his first order of business, revoking key executive orders within hours of taking office.

Story Snapshot

Mamdani revoked Eric Adams’ executive order adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism on his first day in office
The mayor also eliminated restrictions on city divestment from Israel while maintaining the Office to Combat Antisemitism
Mamdani claims “leading Jewish organizations have immense concerns” about the IHRA definition despite widespread adoption globally
The revocations signal a dramatic shift toward accommodating Palestinian rights advocacy in America’s largest city

Swift Action Sends Clear Message

Mayor Mamdani wasted no time establishing his priorities. On Thursday, January 2, 2026, within hours of his swearing-in ceremony, he signed orders revoking two cornerstone policies of the Adams administration. The speed of these actions demonstrates the importance Mamdani places on reshaping how New York City approaches the intersection of antisemitism prevention and criticism of Israel.

The timing raises questions about Mamdani’s commitment to combating actual antisemitism. Critics argue that making the revocation of antisemitism protections a Day One priority suggests where his true loyalties lie, particularly when the city faces pressing issues like housing, crime, and economic recovery.

The IHRA Definition Controversy

The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition has become the global standard for identifying antisemitism, adopted by dozens of countries and institutions worldwide. The definition includes examples of antisemitic behavior, some of which relate to how Israel is characterized and criticized. Palestinian advocacy groups have consistently opposed the definition, claiming it restricts legitimate criticism of Israeli policies.

Mamdani’s justification for the revocation centers on alleged concerns from Jewish organizations themselves. He stated that “a number of leading Jewish organizations have immense concerns” about the IHRA definition. However, the specific organizations and their particular objections remain unnamed and undetailed, raising questions about whether this represents mainstream Jewish community sentiment or cherry-picked opposition.

Selective Policy Reversal

Interestingly, Mamdani chose not to eliminate all of Adams’ antisemitism initiatives. The Office to Combat Antisemitism remains intact, suggesting the mayor recognizes antisemitism as a legitimate concern requiring institutional response. This selective approach indicates strategic calculation rather than wholesale rejection of antisemitism prevention efforts.

The maintained office creates an interesting dynamic. How will city officials identify and combat antisemitism without a clear definitional framework? The absence of the IHRA definition leaves a vacuum that must be filled with alternative guidance for law enforcement and city agencies tasked with protecting Jewish residents and institutions.

Broader Political Implications

These revocations extend beyond municipal policy into national political territory. New York City’s approach to Israel-Palestine issues influences other major cities and contributes to broader conversations about balancing antisemitism prevention with free speech protections. Mamdani’s actions provide a template for other progressive mayors seeking to accommodate Palestinian rights advocacy.

The mayor also announced plans to delete all of Adams’ tweets, symbolically erasing his predecessor’s digital presence. This comprehensive rejection of Adams’ legacy suggests Mamdani views his election as a mandate for dramatic policy reversals rather than incremental change. For Jewish New Yorkers concerned about rising antisemitism, these early signals may prove deeply troubling.