Florida Congressman Jared Moskowitz Reports Arrest in Death Threat Case
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
U.S. Congressman Jared Moskowitz announced the arrest of a man who threatened his life with a voice message vowing to "slit the politician's throat." The suspect was apprehended near Moskowitz's home in Boca Raton, Florida, by the FDLE and local agencies. Moskowitz, who has been a target due to his stance against antisemitism and support for Israel, noted increased security measures. This follows a previous foiled assassination plot in 2024 against him.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- An individual was arrested for threatening the life of Florida Congressman Jared Moskowitz.
- The suspect left a voice message vowing to "slit the politician's throat."
- Moskowitz has been under heavy security due to his anti-antisemitism and pro-Israel advocacy.
- This incident follows a foiled assassination plot in 2024 targeting Moskowitz.
- The suspect was apprehended near Moskowitz's home in Boca Raton, Florida.
U.S. Congressman Jared Moskowitz of Florida announced Thursday that law enforcement has arrested an individual who threatened his life. The suspect, who lives near the congressman's home in Boca Raton, left a voice message at Moskowitz's office vowing to "slit the politician's throat." Upon receiving the threat, Moskowitz immediately contacted authorities.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and local agencies acted swiftly, apprehending the suspect and transferring him to the Palm Beach County jail. "I am grateful to the security forces who acted quickly to ensure my family's safety," the congressman stated. He noted that police presence around his home, already significant, would be substantially increased following the incident.
For Moskowitz, dealing with threats has become routine. As a strong opponent of antisemitism and a vocal supporter of Israel, he is under heavy security. Earlier this week, at an election event held in a Boca Raton synagogue, Moskowitz shared the personal toll of his work, stating, "We have police outside the house 24 hours a day. I can't go anywhere without security because of the work I've done fighting antisemitism and because of the voice I've raised on the issue."
This is not the first time Moskowitz has been a direct target. The day before the 2024 elections, police thwarted an assassination plot against him by arresting John Pinskey, a 42-year-old armed man. At the time, Pinskey was found with weapons, a bulletproof vest, and a hate-filled manifesto targeting Jews and Black people. Documents included a map of community institutions and a "hit list" bearing Moskowitz's name. Late last year, Pinskey was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison.
