Jewish leaders express concern over antisemitism after protests turn violent near Israeli Consulate in Chicago [Video]

CHICAGO – Jewish and Israeli leaders from local, national and international levels convened under tight security in Chicago.

Some of these leaders are in town for the Democratic National Convention (DNC), following their attendance at the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee.

Their primary objective is to ensure the enduring strength of the U.S.-Israel relationship, even as loud pro-Palestinian protests echo through the city.

They discussed the events that unfolded last night outside the building housing the Consul General of Israel’s office, located above the Ogilvie Transportation Center.

What began as a small protest escalated into physical confrontations, the burning of an American flag and dozens of arrests.

The leaders expressed dismay over the anti-Israel sentiments voiced and noted the alarming rise of antisemitism across the country.

Jewish organization leaders are urging the community to press elected officials to work towards the release of hostages taken on Oct. 7.

They described …