
Boulder Pro-Israel March Attack: Secretary of State Declares 'Every Mark of a Hate Crime'
Boulder Attack: Secretary of State Calls Incident a Likely Hate Crime A significant incident occurred in Boulder, Colorado, on June 4th, 2025, when a suspect threw Molotov cocktails at a peaceful march in support of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. Twelve people sustained injuries in the attack. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold issued a statement characterizing the event as having "every mark of a hate crime." "This terror attack has every mark of a hate crime," Griswold stated in a CBS News interview. The video shows police cars and crime scene tape at the location of the attack. The march, according to officials, was a peaceful demonstration supporting the release of Israeli hostages. The attack raises concerns about rising antisemitism and hate crimes in the nation. The video also includes a graph showing the number of hate crimes in Colorado over the last five years. The incident underscores the need for unity and accountability for the perpetrator. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the full extent of the attacker's motives and bring them to justice. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges of combating hate crimes and maintaining peace and tolerance. The call for unity and accountability following the attack serves as a reminder of the importance of community and the need for justice to prevail.