Up First from NPR Israeli Embassy Employees Killed, Israel's Occupation Plans, Trump Bill Latest
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May 22, 2025 A tragic shooting incident claims the lives of two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, raising concerns over anti-Semitism. Meanwhile, Israel's military actions intensify as it seeks control over Gaza, further complicating the humanitarian crisis. On the domestic front, House Republicans are racing to push through a tax cut bill tied to Trump’s agenda, amidst fierce negotiations revealing deep party divisions. The discussions intertwine local impacts with broader political ramifications, creating a compelling narrative.
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D.C. Embassy Shooting Incident
- A man shot and killed two Israeli embassy employees outside a Jewish museum event in D.C. last night.
- Police detained him after he chanted "free Palestine" and was stopped by event security.
Victims in Embassy Shooting
- The victims were a young couple, Yaron Lashinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgram, who worked at the Israeli embassy.
- Lashinsky planned to propose to Milgram next week in Jerusalem.
Unified Condemnation of Attack
- The attack was widely condemned as an act of anti-Semitism by US and Israeli officials.
- Both sides of the political spectrum in the U.S. denounced the violence and anti-Semitism involved.