Jewish Groups Call for Increased Security Funding After California Mosque Attack
Jewish organizations have expressed horror following a deadly shooting at a mosque in San Diego, California. The attack, which resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a security guard, has prompted calls for increased security measures at religious sites. The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) is advocating for a significant increase in the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program, from $300 million to $1 billion, to enhance protection for houses of worship. The attack involved two young suspects, aged 17 and 18, who were found dead from self-inflicted gunshot wounds. Local law enforcement indicated that hate rhetoric was involved, referencing a note left by one of the suspects. This incident is part of a troubling trend of politically motivated violence in the U.S., including previous attacks on Jewish and other religious communities. 
