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Baumgartner Responds to Deadly Attack on Israeli Embassy Staff

May 22, 2025

WASHINGTON- Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) issued the following statement on the brutal attack near the Capital Jewish Museum that claimed the lives of two members of the  Israeli Embassy

“I’m deeply saddened by the brutal attack near the Capital Jewish Museum that claimed the lives of two members of the Israeli Embassy,” said Congressman Baumgartner. “This was a deliberate, antisemitic act of violence targeting our allies and the principles we stand for.

We grieve the loss of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, and my heart goes out to their families and all who knew them. We will not rest until those responsible are found and held fully accountable. “