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House Resolution Condemning Recent Antisemitic Violence

Original title: Condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the House of Representatives commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.

June 5, 2025

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.Jun 9, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This establishes the official position of the U.S. House of Representatives regarding recent violent incidents, signaling a legislative priority to address antisemitism and politically motivated violence through federal, state, and local law enforcement coordination.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Jewish individuals and institutions in the U.S.

The resolution addresses violence specifically targeting these groups and reaffirms their right to safety and religious practice.

Federal, State, and local law enforcement

The resolution calls upon these agencies to ensure thorough investigation and prosecution of the mentioned incidents.

What changed

Current stage: passed_chamber.

What's next

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Summary

This House formally condemns a series of recent violent attacks against Jewish individuals and institutions in the United States, including a June 2025 incident in Boulder, Colorado. It reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to protecting religious freedom and calls for increased efforts by law enforcement to investigate and prosecute such acts.

Key Facts

  • The resolution condemns the June 1, 2025, attack on a 'Run for Their Lives' gathering in Boulder, Colorado, as an act of ideologically motivated terrorism.
  • The resolution acknowledges the May 21, 2025, fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members in Washington, D.C.
  • The resolution references the April 13, 2025, arson attack at the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence.
  • The House of Representatives reaffirms its commitment to protecting the right of all Americans to assemble peacefully and practice their faith.
  • The resolution calls on federal, state, and local law enforcement to prioritize the investigation and prosecution of antisemitic incidents.
  • The resolution urges elected officials and community leaders to publicly denounce antisemitism and politically motivated violence.
  • The resolution characterizes the recent attacks as a growing pattern of targeted aggression against Jewish individuals and institutions in the U.S.

Why It Matters

This establishes the official position of the U.S. House of Representatives regarding recent violent incidents, signaling a legislative priority to address antisemitism and politically motivated violence through federal, state, and local law enforcement coordination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution change federal law?
No, this is a , which expresses the formal opinion and commitment of the House of Representatives but does not create new binding federal statutes.
What specific incidents are mentioned in the document?
The document cites the June 1, 2025, attack in Boulder, Colorado; the May 21, 2025, shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff in Washington, D.C.; and the April 13, 2025, arson at the Pennsylvania Governor's residence.

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Congressional Response to Targeted Violence

The resolution explicitly links three distinct violent incidents across different states into a single legislative narrative regarding a 'growing trend' of antisemitic violence.

Connected Entities

personMr. Van DrewPrimary sponsor of the resolution.Map →
personYaron LischinskyIsraeli Embassy staff member fatally shot on May 21, 2025.Map →
organizationCommittee on the JudiciaryThe committee to which the resolution was referred.Map →
locationBoulder, ColoradoSite of the June 1, 2025, attack on a 'Run for Their Lives' gathering.Map →
personJosh ShapiroGovernor of Pennsylvania, whose residence was targeted by arson on April 13, 202Map →
personSarah Lynn MilgrimIsraeli Embassy staff member fatally shot on May 21, 2025.Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.congress.gov

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  • Controversy60
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