In a powerful show of support, more than 500 elected officials, civic leaders, and dignitaries gathered Sunday morning to recognize Met Council — America’s largest Jewish charity fighting poverty — for its unwavering commitment to serving New Yorkers in need. Held at Cipriani 42nd Street just before the Salute to Israel Parade, the event also drew relatives of hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza, underscoring the moment’s emotional and geopolitical weight. The gathering reflected the depth of support for Met Council’s mission, with speakers and honorees including U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Representatives Yvette Clarke, Dan Goldman, Gregory Meeks, Grace Meng, and Jerrold Nadler, New York State Attorney General Letitia James, and New York State Comptroller Thomas P.
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