New Jersey Funds Faith Communities | Jersey News

Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

New Jersey is pouring over $42 million into faith-based security to combat a surge in hate crimes targeting houses of worship — from bomb threats at Hindu temples to an alleged synagogue attack plot. Religious groups, already stretched thin, are forced to pay out of pocket for safety upgrades like cameras and reinforced doors, sparking backlash as many call it an unfair “Jewish tax” amid rising antisemitism. Officials blame a toxic mix of religious hatred and political division, noting that places of worship — welcoming, crowded hubs — are prime targets. This isn’t just local: nationwide…