Amid a terrifying rise in antisemitic attacks in the U.S., the fact that no one was hurt in this shooting is a relief. Like many synagogues across the country, Temple Israel was unfortunately forced to bolster its security, but thankfully so, because it was the security guard who opened fire on the attacker, likely saving many lives. Federal law enforcement is involved in investigating this incident.
With this story only just breaking, it's important not to draw quick conclusions. Between the escalating war in Iran, the FBI's botched history of preventing and responding to such attacks, and the dubious claims of the administration, the public shouldn't blindly follow the official narrative regarding anything related to national security.
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