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After Michigan attack, Federations urge Congress to fund security programs

Following the horrific terrorist attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, Jewish Federations of North America are urging congressional leaders in the House and Senate to increase funding for vital federal law enforcement and homeland security programs. 

 

“At a time of his…

Wash Examiner: Jewish group fights for $1 billion in security funding

An American Jewish umbrella organization is actively lobbying Congress for more security funding as antisemitic and Islamic attacks rise in the United States amid the intensifying conflict in Iran.

 

...The recent incident demonstrates the urgent necessity for the allocation of more secur…

USA Today: After attack, Jewish leaders say 'preparations mattered'

Jewish community leaders say the March 12 attack on a synagogue in suburban Detroit shows that antisemitic violence remains a major threat as the Iran war continues — but also demonstrates community resilience and the value of preparation.

 

...“The community was well prepared,” Gar…

A Shabbat Message After the Attack in West Bloomfield

We are dismayed to be writing to you once again after a terrifying antisemitic attack on our Jewish community. The attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, MI was only the latest instance of antisemitic violence that has become all too common against Jews in America and around the world. …

ABC News: Jewish Federations leader reacts to Michigan synagogue attack

Shira Hutt, executive vice president of Jewish Federations of North America, discusses the impact of the Temple Israel attack and security concerns for Jewish communities nationwide.

 

Watch the whole interview below.