Sunday November 1 News Updates Lakewood

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Mincha Gedolah 12:10pm

Shkiah 4:54 pm

Giyus: The. Chosson who was arrested earlier today has been released from military prison at the request of his lawyer after he agreed to reappear at a later date 

- President Trump issued another warning to Iran, saying he is holding back further military action to give diplomacy a chance and prevent additional loss of life.“The only reason we haven't finished with Iran is that I want to be kind. I want to try and save as many lives as I can.” Trump warned that patience has its limits:

“At some point, we're going to have to give them the hammer.”

- A blow to Abdul El- Sayed. Democrat Haley Stevens just endorsed Republican Mike Rogers against her own party. Chuck Schumer immediately attacked her on twitter "This is a despicable betrayal from Rep. Stevens. Senate Democrats are united in our support for Abdul El-Sayed, because we know he will fight for the economic interests of working families in Michigan, unlike Mike Rogers, who is a tool of Donald Trump and billionaire donors."

- Congressman Chris Smith was in Lakewood today at pizza Plus Clifton Ave and other pre election photo ops.

- Business Jet Crashes Into Florida Mobile Home Park, Multiple Dead no survivors 

A Learjet 60 crashed into a mobile home park in Greenacres, Palm Beach County, shortly after 1 pm local time today. The FAA says nine people were aboard. Authorities report multiple deaths, but the exact toll is unknown, including whether anyone on the ground was killed. It happened not far from Mar a lago where a anti missile defense system has been deployed.

- Giyus: Tomorrow, a “Sheva Brachos” celebration-protest will likely take place, accompanied by music and a meal, outside the gates of Prison Ten, where  a chosson is being held after he was arrested for draft evasion in middle of Sheva Brachos. A few weeks ago they tried arresting him but the crowds from Tzeva shachor prevented it.

- Segal: It wouldn’t be a huge surprise if United Torah Judaism doesn’t endorse Netanyahu.

Assuming, reasonably, that Eisenkot will have more recommendations, he’ll be given four weeks to form a government, with the option of a two-week extension. I find it hard to envision a scenario in which Netanyahu gets the first chance.

- Trump: I have just been informed by the Great Attorney General of Kansas, Kris Kobach, that a Radical Left PAC operative was caught on camera going door to door in Wichita offering gift cards to people for votes. We have photographic evidence. This is a Criminal Offense! Press release attached. If any members of the Public have any information, please notify Attorney General Kris Kobach’s Office, immediately: 785-296-2215. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DONALD J. TRUMP

- Giyus: After a chosson was arrested during sheva brachos for draft evasion and sentenced  for 20 days in jail,the Badatz Eidah Hacharedis is considering large protests.

- United Torah Judaism is considering not recommending any candidate to the President to form the government.

- Senior officials in the Iranian regime ordered Hezbollah and other proxy organizations to enter high alert in anticipation of war.

- Trump may launch a major military operation against Iran if Republicans lose badly in the midterms, as a US official warns that “if he feels embarrassed, he will do something bold,” adding that Iran’s best chance for a deal is now.

- A new era for Kashrus in Lakewoodas the KCL is to transition into a new entity with new leadership. The Kashrus Council of Lakewood (KCL) has announced a major leadership transition following the retirement of Rabbi Avraham Moshe Weisner, who has led the organization for nearly four decades. In a letter to the Lakewood community, Rabbi Weisner reflected on his years of service under the guidance of the city's rabbinic leadership, helping maintain kashrus standards throughout Lakewood and expanding KCL supervision to numerous local stores and businesses under the Kehillos Chareidim kashrus system. Explaining that he felt it was time to step away from the demanding responsibilities, Rabbi Weisner expressed confidence in the new leadership and hopes for a smooth transition. A newly appointed five-member Board of Trustees will oversee the organization going forward. The board consists of Ari Stern, Meir Gelley, Shaul Seigman, Tovia Rosenberg and Yanky Adler. The transition also includes changes to KCL's administrative procedures, contact information and payment arrangements. The organization expressed its appreciation for Rabbi Weisner's nearly 40 years of dedication and service to the Lakewood community. More

- Keren Olam HaTorah delegation of  gedolei yisroel including Rav  Dov Landau and Moshe Hillel Hirsh headed out to Europe for fundraiser  for yeshivos in EY.

- President Trump is heading to Iowa and Kansas for back-to-back rallies today, while new figures show early voting is up nationwide compared with the last midterms.

- Giyus: Outrage following arrest of a chosso  during sheva brachos. Ye’ari Lieberman, was detained  together with his kallah. According to reports, military police officers dressed in civilian clothing ambushed him as he stepped off a bus. The officers were reportedly wearing Corona masks, apparently making identification more difficult. After apprehending him, the officers informed R'Lieberman that he was under arrest and transferred him to a military prison.The arrest has sparked further outrage, with additional details surrounding the incident still emerging.

-  Fox: With two days until midterms, some voters are making it clear that their decisions are just as much about who they're voting against as who they're voting for. From frustration with President Trump and his administration to concerns about socialism and the economy, Americans across the country are telling Fox News Digital what's driving them to the polls

- Members of the Silver Spring Jewish Center, an Orthodox synagogue in Montgomery County, can carry firearms inside their building but still cannot carry them on the walk there on Shabbos. On Tuesday, Oct. 27, U.S. District Judge Deborah Chasanow of the District of Maryland refused to undo that split. She rejected the synagogue’s request to reconsider and to block the county’s firearm restrictions within 100 yards of places of public assembly, including private houses of worship.

Lakewood Election 

Lakewood Residents Are Paying More and Getting Less. Where Is the Leadership?

Something unusual is happening in this year's Lakewood Township Committee election. There has been very little campaigning by the two Democratic incumbents, and even more surprising is the apparent absence of the usual major push by askanim, who traditionally bombard the community with messages about the importance of showing up and voting in large numbers.

Why the silence?

This election comes at a particularly difficult time for Lakewood residents. Homeowners are facing massive tax increases, with many reportedly seeing their annual property taxes rise by approximately $2,000. At the same time, the township is cutting services, courtesy busing has been eliminated for many students, traffic continues to worsen, and residents are struggling with mounting quality-of-life issues.

For many families, the financial pressure is becoming unbearable. Monthly housing costs have increased by $300 or more for some homeowners, while the services and conveniences they once relied upon are disappearing.

Meanwhile, Trenton appears to have turned its back on Lakewood, cutting funding despite the township's enormous growth and its position as the fourth-largest municipality in New Jersey.

After 25 years of the current leadership being in power, residents have every right to ask: Where is Lakewood's political influence in Trenton? Why hasn't this leadership been able to secure the funding and support that a community of Lakewood's size and importance needs?

Those looking for a different approach have another choice in Moshe Raitzik, who is running for Township Committee. In 2024, Raitzik received close to 13,000 votes, demonstrating significant support for his candidacy.

An election is an opportunity for residents to make their voices heard. Regardless of the usual political endorsements or community pressure, voters should examine the record, ask tough questions, and decide whether the current direction is working.

When residents are paying more, losing services, and seeing their quality of life deteriorate, doing nothing is not an answer. Lakewood residents deserve accountability.