President Trump Delivers on Campaign Promises to Jewish Community | by Bryan E. Leib

President Donald J. Trump has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to combating antisemitism with his latest executive order, “Additional Measures to Combat Anti-Semitism.” This decisive action builds on the historic Executive Order 13899, which recognized the growing threat of antisemitic harassment and discrimination in educational institutions. With antisemitic incidents surging in the aftermath of the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel, President Trump is ensuring that his administration takes immediate and effective measures to protect Jewish communities in the United States.

One of the most critical components of this executive order is the mandate for all executive departments and agencies to identify and utilize all available civil and criminal authorities to combat antisemitism. 

This means that universities and schools that fail to take appropriate action against antisemitic harassment may face serious legal and financial consequences. The order directs the Department of Justice to use civil-rights enforcement authorities, such as 18 U.S.C. 241, to hold perpetrators accountable. 

Additionally, the Secretary of Education has been tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of Title VI complaints related to antisemitism in both K-12 and higher education institutions, ensuring that Jewish students are afforded the same protections as other minority groups.

Jewish students have increasingly faced hostile environments on college campuses, with administrators often turning a blind eye to blatant acts of antisemitic harassment and intimidation. 

President Trump’s new order ensures that such negligence will no longer be tolerated. Schools will be required to adhere to strict federal guidelines that demand action against antisemitic rhetoric and behavior, and institutions that fail to comply risk losing federal funding. Furthermore, the executive order mandates that institutions of higher education familiarize themselves with existing immigration laws, specifically 8 U.S.C. 1182(a)(3), which pertains to the inadmissibility of individuals who engage in antisemitic or extremist activities. 

Schools are now required to monitor and report any foreign students or staff involved in antisemitic behavior, ensuring that they are investigated and, if necessary, removed from the country.

President Trump’s executive order reaffirms his administration’s steadfast position that antisemitism, in any form, must be met with the full force of the law. 

By enforcing existing protections and implementing new measures, this order not only strengthens legal recourse for Jewish students and communities but also serves as a warning to those who engage in or enable antisemitic behavior. In contrast to previous administrations that failed to take meaningful action, President Trump is demonstrating that words alone are not enough—decisive action is necessary to combat the growing tide of antisemitism. His leadership ensures that the United States remains a country where Jews can live, study, and practice their faith free from fear.

I believe that this executive order is just the beginning of a broader initiative to confront antisemitism at every level of society. President Trump has made it clear that his administration will not back down from this fight. 

As enforcement of this order begins, Jewish students and communities can take comfort in knowing that they now have a president who stands firmly with them, not just in words but in action. By reinforcing federal protections, holding institutions accountable, and ensuring that antisemitism is met with the full force of the law, President Trump is delivering on his promise to defend the Jewish people. With this latest action, he has once again proven himself to be a true ally of the Jewish community, setting a new standard for how antisemitism should be confronted in the United States.

The scope of this order goes beyond just protecting students on campuses. It aims to ensure that antisemitic behavior and policies do not infiltrate any government-funded entity, creating an atmosphere where hate speech and harassment are unequivocally condemned. By holding schools accountable and making sure that antisemitic actions lead to real consequences, the order sends a message that discrimination against Jewish individuals will not be tolerated in any public space. The Trump administration recognizes that combating antisemitism requires a holistic approach, addressing the issue not just within academia but also in broader society. This includes working closely with law enforcement agencies to crack down on hate crimes and preventing foreign influence that promotes antisemitic ideologies.

Moreover, President Trump’s continued efforts to combat antisemitism reinforce his administration’s strong pro-Israel stance. From moving the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem to brokering the historic Abraham Accords, Trump has consistently proven that his commitment to the Jewish people is more than just political posturing. His administration understands that a strong stance against antisemitism domestically goes hand in hand with supporting Israel internationally. By ensuring that antisemitism is not tolerated on U.S. soil, he is strengthening the bond between the United States and Israel while also protecting Jewish Americans from discrimination and violence.

In a time when antisemitism has become increasingly pervasive in Western societies, particularly through social media and radicalized movements, Trump’s executive order serves as a critical step in reversing this dangerous trend. 

By taking such a firm stance against antisemitism, Trump is sending a clear message to the world that the United States will not tolerate discrimination against its Jewish citizens. This is a defining moment in the fight against antisemitism, and the Jewish community should take heart in knowing that they have a true ally in President Trump. 

While this executive order is a major victory, the fight is far from over. The Jewish community, along with its allies, must remain vigilant and ensure that these policies are effectively enforced. Schools and universities must be held to account, and those who perpetrate antisemitic acts must face the full extent of the law.

As history has shown, antisemitism is not just a Jewish problem—it is a societal one. When Jewish communities are targeted, it is often a precursor to broader social unrest. 

That is why this executive order is so significant: it is not just about protecting one community but about upholding the values of freedom, equality, and justice that define America. 

President Trump’s leadership on this issue is a model for how antisemitism should be confronted globally, and his actions will have a lasting impact for generations to come. Thank you President Trump for keeping your campaign promises that you made to the Jewish community. We are behind you all the way! 

Bryan E. Leib is the Managing Director of Henry Public Relations.