Senator Britt Applauds DOJ's Fight Against Antisemitism

Alabama Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is giving props to the U.S. Department of Justice for stepping up to combat the alarming surge in antisemitism nationwide.

Justice Department Takes Action

Back in March, the Justice Department launched Joint Task Force October 7 (JTF 10-7). This initiative is laser-focused on bringing justice to the victims of the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack in Israel and tackling the ongoing threat from Hamas and its pals.

Targeting Terrorism and Antisemitism

The program is also set to investigate terrorist acts and civil rights violations carried out by individuals and groups who are bankrolling and supporting Hamas, related Iranian proxies, and their affiliates, along with acts of antisemitism perpetrated by these groups.

Britt Thanks Attorney General Bondi

During a recent Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Britt personally thanked Attorney General Pam Bondi for launching the Joint Task Force on October 7.

"I was heartened to see your memo creating the Joint Task Force on October 7," Britt stated. "Thank you for your commitment to getting justice for those victims, for addressing the threat posed by Hamas, and for combating antisemitism. We've seen a rise in that in the last two years, particularly on college campuses. I couldn't be more grateful that the Department of Justice is ensuring antisemitism, terrorism, and civil rights violations are properly adjudicated."

Bondi Responds, Emphasizing Safety

Bondi explained the necessity of the effort, emphasizing the need for Jewish students to feel safe expressing their faith on college campuses. She shared a concerning anecdote about a student who felt compelled to remove his Star of David necklace for safety reasons.

"We will continue to do everything through the October 7 task force to protect everyone in this country," Bondi affirmed.