Chicago Man Charged with Murder in Antisemitic D.C. Shooting

On May 22, 2025, a tragic shooting occurred outside the D.C. Jewish Museum, resulting in the deaths of two Israeli embassy staff members, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgram. Elias Rodriguez, a 31-year-old Chicago resident, has been arrested and charged with murder. Authorities are investigating the incident as a hate crime and an act of terrorism. "Authorities in multiple cities, including here in Chicago, are investigating the shooting as a hate crime and an act of terrorism," reported ABC7 Eyewitness News reporter Eric Horng. The FBI searched Rodriguez's Chicago apartment, seizing several boxes of evidence. A neighbor described Rodriguez as "quiet and friendly." The investigation is focusing on Rodriguez's online activity, which reportedly includes postings about the Israel-Hamas conflict. A vigil was held in Washington D.C. to honor the victims, who were days away from getting engaged. The incident underscores the need for continued vigilance against antisemitic violence and hate crimes.