Potential Violence Against Jewish and Israeli Institutions

Key Points

• Recent attacks in Boulder, Colorado, Washington, D.C., and at the Pennsylvania governor's residence have heightened concerns of violence against Jewish and Israeli institutions.
• Law enforcement agencies are warning of the potential for further violence and urging vigilance.
• Online messaging promoting violence by foreign terrorist organizations is influencing the radicalization of violent extremists.

Pros

• Law enforcement agencies are actively monitoring and issuing warnings to protect Jewish and Israeli communities and their supporters.
• National Counterterrorism Center is involved in assessing the threat to prevent further violence.

Cons

• The rise in online messaging promoting violence by various threat actors is a concerning factor in radicalizing extremists.

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