New York steps up security at Jewish sites in response to Washington killings

Authorities in New York step up security at Jewish sites in response to the killings in Washington, DC, although there are no known threats.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams says he has ordered the NYPD to “increase security at sensitive locations for the Jewish community” in New York City.

Adams ties the murders to the pro-Palestinian protest movement, saying, “This act of hateful violence is exactly what it means to globalize the intifada,” quoting a common chant at anti-Israel protests in the city.

Adams is also hosting an interfaith event to “denounce the antisemitic murders” this afternoon.

The NYPD says the attack has “no known nexus to NYC,” but police are increasing their presence at religious sites with patrols, heavy weapons teams and counter-terrorism officers.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul says, “In an abundance of caution, we are increasing security measures at houses of worship and other vulnerable sites across the state.”