Rep. Elise Stefanik accepted the World Jewish Congress' highest honor at a Manhattan gala, pledging to continue her fight against antisemitism and to defend Western values. Speaking before hundreds of guests, Stefanik reflected on her efforts to hold university leaders accountable for antisemitism and highlighted the importance of combating hate, especially in New York, which has seen a rise in antisemitic incidents. The award ceremony came just days after Stefanik announced her bid for New York governor, with prominent supporters praising her leadership and advocacy for Jewish communities. Stefanik emphasized her commitment to moral conviction and vowed to address issues of bigotry and anti-Americanism as part of her campaign.