Antisemitic incidents on the rise in the United States in 2025
Antisemitic attacks in the United States have been on the rise amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The recent incident in Boulder, Colorado, where a targeted terror attack left eight people injured, has heightened concerns about the safety of the Jewish community in the country.
The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, is facing murder, assault, and other charges following the attack on a pro-Israel group advocating for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The FBI has labeled the incident as a targeted terror attack, and Soliman, who is in the U.S. illegally, remains in custody on a $10 million bond.
In another disturbing incident, a commencement speaker at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) accused the university of aiding in the genocide of the Palestinian people. The controversial speech led to protests and walkouts by Jewish and Israeli students, prompting the university to bar the speaker from the following undergraduate ceremony.
Tragedy struck at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, where two Israeli diplomats were shot and killed as they left an event focused on finding humanitarian solutions for Gaza. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, was taken into custody and began shouting pro-Palestine slogans. The FBI is investigating the incident as a possible hate crime and terrorism-related act.
In a targeted attack on Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s home, an individual set fire to the residence while the governor and his family were inside. The suspect, Cody Balmer, has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated arson, burglary, terrorism, and related offenses. Balmer admitted to being motivated by the Israel-Hamas conflict and expressed hostility towards Governor Shapiro, who is Jewish.
These incidents highlight the growing concern over antisemitic violence in the United States and the need for increased security measures to protect the Jewish community. Law enforcement agencies are working diligently to investigate these crimes and ensure the safety of all individuals affected by these acts of violence.
