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Synagogues Arm Themselves Against Rising Threats | US News
Synagogues across the U.S. are arming congregants with security training as antisemitic attacks hit a 46-year high, turning worship spaces into fortified communities. With over 7,000 trained volunteers—guided by ex-FBI agents—and hundreds of synagogues now equipped with reinforced entrances and law enforcement partnerships, Jewish institutions are shifting from holiday guards to year-round defense. Last year saw more than 200 anti-Jewish assaults, including deadly incidents, prompting groups like the Secure Community Network to log thousands of threats and secure millions in federal funding…
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