Summary
The FBI decided to end its collaboration with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) after criticisms about the organization's actions and political stance. The ADL, originally founded to combat anti-Semitism and hate, has focused on protecting Israel and addressing campus anti-Semitism. The group's efforts have been closely aligned with both the Biden and Trump administrations.
Key Facts
- The FBI director said the agency will stop working with the ADL, calling it a political front.
- The decision came after the ADL criticized conservative groups in its extremism glossary.
- The ADL was founded in 1913 to fight defamation against Jewish people.
- Over the years, the ADL also focused on protecting Israel from criticism.
- The organization has been involved in monitoring anti-Semitism and extremism, particularly on college campuses.
- The ADL worked with both the Biden and Trump administrations on related issues.
- The group's Antisemitism Report Card grades universities on anti-Semitism prevalence.
