Start Here Israeli Embassy Staffers Killed in DC
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May 23, 2025 Josh Margolin, ABC's chief investigative reporter, provides gripping insights into the double murder of two Israeli embassy staffers, detailing the suspect's motivations tied to the Gaza conflict. Capitol Hill correspondent Jay O’Brien discusses the GOP's budget bill, highlighting the political challenges it faces in the Senate. They also delve into the Supreme Court's recent 4-4 ruling against funding a religious charter school, exploring its implications for expanding religious rights in education and the ongoing national debt crisis.
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Tragic Embassy Staff Shooting
- A young couple working at the Israeli embassy were shot and killed outside the Capitol Jewish Museum.
- The man had just bought a ring intending to propose, and the suspect stated he "did it for Palestine."
Motivation Behind Violence
- The suspect expressed anti-Israel sentiment but not necessarily anti-Semitism in his writings.
- His violent act was motivated by grievances over the Middle East situation, not sudden intent to commit violence.
Complexities in Charging
- The suspect faces first-degree murder and federal charges but not yet hate crime or terrorism charges.
- Authorities need more investigation for these particularly complex charges, which require proving motivation.