Justice Department Announces Formation of Advisory Committee on Anti-Semitism

WASHINGTON - The Department of Justice today announced continued efforts to combat antisemitism nationwide through the forthcoming launch of the Anti-Semitism Advisory Committee (ASAC), a new advisory body that will provide recommendations to the Attorney General and the Department of Justice on strategies to address the rising tide of antisemitism across the United States. The initiative builds on President Donald Trump's historic and unwavering efforts to combat antisemitism, including his directive that the federal government use every available legal tool to protect Jewish Americans and confront antisemitic discrimination and violence.

The Committee will support the United States' policy to combat antisemitism vigorously, consistent with Executive Orders 13899 (Combating Anti-Semitism) and 14188 (Additional Measures to Combat Anti-Semitism), while furthering the Department of Justice's mission to protect civil rights.

"President Trump has made combating antisemitism a top priority for this Administration, and we thank Leo Terrell for his leadership at the Department of Justice in helping to carry out this mission," said Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche. "Protecting civil rights of every American remains a core responsibility of the Department of Justice."

Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward, who has supervisory responsibility for overseeing the Department's respect for religious liberty in litigation, emphasized the Department of Justice's commitment to protecting Americans from unlawful discrimination and antisemitic threats.

"President Trump has made combating antisemitism a national priority because no American should live in fear because of their faith," said Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward. "This Administration is using every tool available to confront antisemitic threats, support local communities, and ensure that radical activists and violent extremists do not intimidate law-abiding Americans. The Department of Justice will act aggressively to protect civil rights and uphold public safety."

Leo Terrell, Chair of the DOJ Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism, will lead the ASAC. The Committee will provide advice and recommendations to the Attorney General and Department of Justice leadership on coordinated, timely, and effective responses to antisemitism.

The ASAC will consist of citizen leaders dedicated to combatting antisemitism, subject to approval by the President. Members will come from a wide range of backgrounds but share a common goal of developing innovative solutions to address antisemitism across the country.

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If you have been discriminated against, you can file a complaint with the Civil Rights Division at civilrights.justice.gov. President Trump's Executive Order can be found at www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/01/additional-measures-to-combat-anti-semitism/.