Congressional Hearing To Address Antisemitism In K-12 Schools

U.S. House of Representatives elect Mike Johnson Speaker of the House at the U.S. Capitol in Washington

Lawmakers are set to hold a Congressional hearing on Wednesday to address alleged antisemitic incidents in K-12 schools, a first of its kind focusing on this issue. The hearing, scheduled for 10:15 am ET, will see leaders from three school districts in liberal cities facing questions from Republicans.

The districts under scrutiny are New York City, Berkeley in California, and Montgomery County in Maryland. Reports of antisemitism within these districts have prompted this hearing, organized by the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education. The American Civil Liberties Union will also be represented at the hearing.

Focus on alleged incidents in NYC, Berkeley, and Montgomery County.

First Congressional hearing on antisemitism in K-12 schools.

Hearing organized by Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education.

Among the officials expected to testify is Enikia Ford Morthel, the superintendent of the Berkeley Unified School District. She will be joined by David Banks, chancellor of New York City Public Schools, and Karla Silvestre, president of the Montgomery County Board of Education.

This hearing underscores the growing concern over antisemitism in educational settings and the need for accountability and action to address such incidents. Stay tuned for updates on the outcomes and discussions that emerge from this important Congressional hearing.