FBI says it received 'credible information' on 'broad threat' to New Jersey synagogues

The FBI's Newark office received "credible information of a broad threat to synagogues" in New Jersey.

"We want you to take all security precautions to protect your community and facility," the office said. As soon as possible, we will let you know more. Stay on top of things. In case of emergencies. The office said it is taking a proactive measure with this warning. We are working with our law enforcement partners to investigate the threat. We are working with our faith based partners.

According to the Anti-Defamation League, antisemitic attacks in the US reached an all-time high last year. The number of incidents increased by 34 percent from 2020. New York had the highest number of incidents with 416, followed by New Jersey with 355 and California with 361.

The rapper, who now goes by the name Ye, made a number of antisemitic comments last month. An antisemitic hate group held a banner above a busy Los Angeles freeway that read, "Kanye is right about the Jews," while a Brooklyn Nets player promoted a documentary that contained antisemitic stereotypes.

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