The White House issued a forceful condemnation following the murder of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., calling the deadly shooting a “brutal and outrageous act of antisemitism.” The victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were gunned down near the Capital Jewish Museum while leaving a diplomatic event hosted by the American Jewish Committee.
The suspect, who allegedly shouted “Free, free Palestine” during his arrest, was taken into custody at the scene. Federal authorities have confirmed the incident is being investigated as a terror attack. FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said, “This was not a random act of violence—it was targeted and calculated.”
President Trump issued a statement through Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, calling the attack a tragedy and vowing to ensure justice is served. “Yaron and Sarah were a beautiful young couple, deeply in love. Their lives were cut tragically short. The evil of antisemitism must be eradicated from our society,” Leavitt said from the White House podium. “We are praying for their families and the entire Israeli diplomatic community.”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the attack a “heinous antisemitic murder,” while Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar condemned the shooting as the product of unchecked hate that has been allowed to spread under the guise of political protest. Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations described it plainly as “anti-Semitic terrorism.”
The shooting, which occurred just after 9 p.m. on May 21, has sent shockwaves through diplomatic and Jewish communities around the world. The victims, both in their early thirties, had served with distinction at Israel’s embassy in Washington and were attending a formal reception when the attack took place.
The Trump administration, already vocal in its support for Israel amid escalating global tensions, is expected to ramp up diplomatic and security efforts in response. Vice President JD Vance also issued a statement condemning the violence and reaffirming the administration’s zero-tolerance stance on antisemitism.
The attack comes amid growing concerns over rising antisemitic rhetoric tied to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. With security already heightened at Jewish and Israeli institutions across the U.S., this targeted act has reignited calls for increased federal protection of vulnerable communities.
Investigators continue to work with international partners to determine whether the suspect had ties to foreign extremist groups. Meanwhile, memorials and vigils are being planned in Washington and Tel Aviv as the victims are mourned both at home and abroad.
The message from the White House was clear: the United States stands with Israel—and this kind of hate will not go unanswered.
.@PressSec on the brutal murder of two @IsraelinUSA staffers in Washington, D.C.: “The evil of anti-Semitism must be eradicated from our society … Everyone here at the White House is praying for the victims’ friends and family during this unimaginable time.” pic.twitter.com/OzFX4U9wQB
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) May 22, 2025
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