The New York Young Republican Club (NYYRC) held its annual gala on December 13, 2025, in New York City, which included attendees linked to white nationalism and antisemitic conspiracy theories. Notably, Inna Vernikov, a Jewish City Council member from Brooklyn, was initially promoted as an 'honored guest' but chose not to attend, citing concerns about rising antisemitism on the right.

Among the attendees were individuals with controversial backgrounds, including a former staffer for George Santos who had previously posted a video depicting Jews in a derogatory manner, and members of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, which has been classified as extremist by German authorities. The presence of these figures has sparked debate about the Republican Party's handling of antisemitism, particularly in light of the increasing visibility of individuals like Nick Fuentes, who has made inflammatory remarks about historical events such as the Holocaust.

The gala's atmosphere was further complicated by a protester who was removed for wearing a Nazi armband and making statements that highlighted the event's controversial guest list. The NYYRC responded to accusations of harboring extremist views by asserting that the protester did not represent their organization.

Stefano Forte, the club's president, defended their association with the AfD and criticized media portrayals of their group, framing them as unjust attacks that endanger their members. The event concluded with discussions about future political endorsements, including a potential endorsement for Donald Trump in the 2028 presidential election.

The gala has intensified discussions about the implications of antisemitism within political movements and the responsibilities of political organizations to address extremist ideologies.