How 9/11 transformed synagogue security into a new reality for the Jewish community

Jewish communities are preparing for Rosh Hashanah on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, while FBI data indicates Jews face 63% of religiously motivated hate crimes in the United States. Synagogues and Jewish institutions have implemented security measures including armed guards, surveillance systems, and restricted entry protocols. The timing of the holiday with the 9/11 anniversary has prompted heightened security planning across multiple Jewish organizations.

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