Trump Backs Christian-Backed Plan to Assist Canadian Jews Fleeing Antisemitism

President Donald Trump has indicated his support for a Christian-backed plan designed to provide a quicker legal pathway into the United States for Jewish Canadians facing rising antisemitism in their home country. The plan, which has garnered attention from religious leaders and Christian lawmakers, aims to address the "disproportionate" number of antisemitic incidents occurring in Canada.

In a statement shared on Truth Social, Trump highlighted the plight of Jewish Canadians who have expressed concerns about their safety. The move comes after the National Association of Christian Lawmakers (NACL) and its partners requested that the Trump administration create expedited pathways for Jewish Canadians and their families who fear for their safety due to religious persecution.

"We will find out if Canada is getting in the way of the more than 2,000 Jewish Canadians who have expressed interest in relocating," Jason Rapert, the founder and President of NACL, told Fox News Digital. Rapert called on Trump to press Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney directly on the perceived "roadblocks" against the swift recognition of the plight of Jewish Canadians.

The comments from Rapert and others follow a letter sent to Trump from the NACL and more than 50 state legislators, religious leaders, and civic figures. The letter emphasized the need for America to remain a refuge for those fleeing religious persecution and called for the creation of lawful and secure pathways for Jewish Canadians seeking refuge in the United States.

Rapert pointed out that Canada has reported nearly 7,000 antisemitic incidents in a country of roughly 41 million people, a rate that is significantly higher than the United States, which has a population of more than 342 million and has reported fewer than 6,300 antisemitic incidents. "It's definitely a problem by greater proportions in Canada, and it's eerie to hear," Rapert said.

The proposed plan has been sparked by growing concerns among Jewish Canadians about their safety. Recent data show that Jewish Canadians are being targeted at a grossly disproportionate rate, with community-based reporting reflecting thousands of antisemitic incidents across Canada. These numbers represent more than statistics, Rapert said, as they represent families who increasingly question whether they can safely send their children to Jewish schools, worship openly, or continue building their lives in communities where they no longer feel secure.

The initiative to help Jewish Canadians fleeing antisemitism has also been supported by former U.S. ambassador-at-large for International Religious Freedom, Sam Brownback, who joined Rapert and other leaders in calling for the creation of expedited pathways for those seeking refuge in the United States.

"This is a critical moment for the United States to demonstrate its commitment to religious freedom and to the safety of its neighbors," Brownback said. "We must ensure that Jewish Canadians have the opportunity to seek safety and security in the United States."

As the situation continues to unfold, the Christian-backed plan to assist Jewish Canadians in their time of need has gained significant attention and support. The Trump administration's indication of support for the plan is a hopeful sign for those seeking refuge from the growing tide of antisemitism in Canada.