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Jewish News 24 · Oct 15, 2026

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New York City Comptroller Mark Levine sought Thursday to defend his record on investments in Israel following criticism from pro-Israel groups over his decision not to make direct purchases of Israel Bonds at this time. Levine said the city’s pension funds hold more than $285 million in Israeli investments, primarily equities, and stressed that Israel remains one of the world’s most innovative economies.

New York City Comptroller Mark Levine sought Thursday to defend his record on investments in Israel following criticism from pro-Israel groups over his decision not to make direct purchases of Israel Bonds at this time. Levine said the city’s pension funds hold more than $285 million in Israeli investments, primarily equities, and stressed that Israel remains one of the world’s most innovative economies.

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