Congressional Hearing on Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism
January 1, 2020
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The Frame
This hearing informs federal policy and oversight regarding how the FBI and Department of Homeland Security allocate resources and intelligence efforts to address threats against Jewish communities.
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Jewish communities
These communities are the primary focus of the security threats discussed in the hearing.
FBI
The agency is responsible for investigating domestic terrorism and provided testimony on its current efforts.
Department of Homeland Security
The department is responsible for threat prevention and infrastructure security policy related to the issues discussed.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2020.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on February 26, 2020, in the Cannon House Office Building.
- The session focused on the federal government's response to the rise in anti-Semitic domestic terrorism.
- Witnesses included representatives from the FBI, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
- The subcommittee received a letter from the Jewish Federations of America for the record.
- The hearing included a formal question-and-answer period for subcommittee members to address the witnesses.
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Why It Matters
This hearing informs federal policy and oversight regarding how the FBI and Department of Homeland Security allocate resources and intelligence efforts to address threats against Jewish communities.
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Focus on Anti-Semitic Domestic Terrorism
The hearing highlights a specific legislative focus on anti-Semitic threats within the broader domestic terrorism portfolio in early 2020.
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