California

California Jewish groups decry antisemitic conspiracy theories in governor’s race voter guide

The entry of far-right activist Don J. Grundmann included such conspiracy theories as Israel orchestrating the 9/11 attacks and planning to “suitcase nuke” the United States.

Don Grundmann speaks a rally and counter protest outside a Planned Parenthood office in Modesto, California, August 24, 2019.
Marco Sermoneta arrives at the Ninth Breakthrough Prize Ceremony at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on April 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

'Shame, disgrace': Israeli diplomat in US heckled at Silicon Valley Memorial Day ceremony

US REPRESENTATIVE Ro Khanna looks on during the National Action Network National Convention in New York City, earlier this month.

Rep. Ro Khanna: Betting against Jews - opinion

Shamim Mafi, 44, driving a luxury vehicle in an undated picture; illustrative.

LAX authorities arrest Iranian national attempting to traffic arms to Sudan for Islamic regime


Grapevine, March 20, 2026: A legislative battle against Jews

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR Gavin Newsom attends the inauguration of new installations at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center as part of the prison’s transformation plan, in San Quentin, California, US, February 20, 2026.

Jews were beaten in San Jose because politicians chose to demonize them - opinion

A witness said the attackers moved with deliberate, focused fury.

San Jose, California. December 18, 2022.

California sues Oakland school district, saying district ignored order to address antisemitism

In January, the department ordered the Oakland Unified School District to send letters to families and staff condemning antisemitism and take several other steps. The lawsuit says the district failed

Oakland High School in Oakland, California.

FBI warns Iran may launch drone attacks on US West Coast in response to war - report

"We recently acquired information that as of early February 2026, Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles," the alert read.

Iranian-made Shahed-136 'Kamikaze' drone flies over the sky of Kermanshah, Iran on March 7, 2024.

'Don't mess with Iran': Two Jewish men beaten in San Jose after speaking Hebrew

Footage of the incident, shot by local witnesses, shows the pair of victims attacked by three other individuals outside the Augustine restaurant.

San Jose, California. December 18, 2022.

A Jewish writers initiative's first film: a comedy about a Holocaust survivor and his gay grandson

“The film is really a love letter to my grandparents, and the greatest generation,” Ash said. “I do consider my relationship with my grandparents to be one of the greatest blessings of my life.”

Noam Ash (left) and Charlie Barnett (right) in the 2026 film "Bookends," written by Ash.

Gavin Newsom says some ‘appropriately’ call Israel an ‘apartheid state’ while questioning US aid

During the conversation, while suggesting that Israel’s alleged influence over the United States’ strikes in Iran was “pretty damn self-evident,” Newsom took aim at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom gestures at an event promoting his book "Young Man in a Hurry" on February 28, 2026 in San Francisco, California.

Paramount to buy Warner Bros Discovery in $110 billion deal as Netflix bows out of race

The deal is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026 and would combine major studios and networks such as CNN and CBS, as streaming has upended the industry.

The Paramount logo is shown on a structure at the Paramount studio lot in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, US, February 26, 2026.

Antisemitism emerges as a defining issue in 2026 California governor’s race

Eric Swalwell, Antonio Villaraigosa, Matt Mahan, Tom Steyer, and Steve Hilton competed to present themselves as the strongest defender of Jewish safety at LA's gubernatorial forum on Thursday.

A student attends an event at a protest encampment in support of Palestinians at Stanford University during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Stanford, California, April 26, 2024.

‘Tax the Jews’ chants break out at event held by Jewish mayor of San Francisco

“Suggesting that Jews are wealthy is a tired trope, and targeting our community at an event focused on creating economic opportunity for San Franciscans is decidedly antisemitic,” Mayor Lurie said.

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie speaks during the California Democratic Convention in San Francisco, California, US February 21, 2026.