Majority of US Jews say Netanyahu fueling American antisemitism – poll

A new survey by the Mellman Group for the Jewish Electorate Institute, published Tuesday, indicates that while 86% of American Jews identify as pro-Israel, 61% hold an unfavorable view of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A majority of 56% believe Netanyahu's actions have increased antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment in the US. The poll also revealed divisions on US military aid, with 52% supporting reductions or elimination of the $3.3 billion aid package. Regarding the upcoming Israeli elections, 60% of American Jews want Netanyahu replaced, while only 16% desire his re-election. The survey, conducted online between August 25 and September 3, 2026, included 800 Jewish registered voters with a margin of error of plus or minus 3.5 percentage points.