The Florida man, Deep Alpesh Kumar Patel, has been charged with calling a Jewish organization and making threatening remarks. He allegedly left a threatening voicemail for the World Jewish Congress in New York City, expressing violent intentions toward Israelis. When questioned by police, Patel claimed he was venting his family’s anger with Israel but did not intend to scare or threaten anyone. This incident is part of a broader trend of antisemitic incidents on the rise in the U.S., particularly in the wake of Hamas’ attack on Israel.

In the wake of the disturbing incident involving Deep Alpesh Kumar Patel, it’s crucial to note the increasing instances of antisemitism in the United States. Following Hamas’ attack on Israel, antisemitic sentiments and actions have been on the rise. Earlier in the same week, another troubling case emerged, as a Nevada man was charged for leaving a series of antisemitic and profanity-laced voicemails at the office of Jewish Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV). In response to this growing issue, Senator Rosen was among those who supported a bipartisan resolution in the Senate, denouncing antisemitism at higher education institutions.

The disturbing effects of this rise in antisemitism were also felt on college campuses. Jewish students at Cornell University were advised to avoid the kosher dining hall due to threats directed at them. This incident was triggered by a professor at Cornell who openly expressed support for Hamas’ attack on Israel and praised the group for challenging the “monopoly of violence.” The professor, Russell Rickford, later issued an apology for his controversial statements. These incidents highlight the need for continued vigilance and awareness to combat the troubling growth of antisemitism in various forms in the United States.