Overview

• Synagogues in at least 12 states have received bomb threats during livestreamed services over the past 4 weeks.
• The threats have targeted congregations during Shabbat services when attendance is high.
• The Anti-Defamation League believes antisemitism is the primary motivation behind the threats.
• Synagogues began livestreaming services during the pandemic, making them vulnerable to disruptions.
• At least 26 congregations across the country have been targeted so far.