DC Mayor Calls in National Guard for March for Israel
DC Mayor Calls in National Guard for March for Israel
National Guard troops are expected on the scene of a planned pro-Israel demonstration in Washington.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced in a Monday news conference that the service members would assist the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department during Tuesday’s March for Israel, according to The Hill.
Bowser didn’t point to any specific public safety threat that would justify activation of the National Guard, although she indicated authorities were expecting tens of thousands to participate.
“We expect a large gathering,” she said.
Demonstrators are expected to arrive on buses from across the country to participate.
“We are paying attention to numbers of buses that are coming … I think we can expect in the tens of thousands of people,” Bowser said.
Guard members will assist in ensuring an orderly flow of traffic and pedestrians, according to WTTG-TV in Washington.
Department of Homeland Security officials are eyeing the event as a potential target for terrorism.
The rally has been designated a “Level 1” security event in the eyes of the agency — a categorization that puts it on par with the Super Bowl, according to ABC News.
According to the DHS, the designation requires “significant national and/or international importance that it may require extensive federal interagency security and incident management preparedness” on the part of the federal government, ABC reported.
Multiple American Jewish organizations are involved in the event.
It begins.
Thousands of Jews show up in Washington DC for the march, but first? A collective meeting with the CEO. They pray to their Creator.
Not too difficult to spot the difference between pro Israel marches and Pro Palestinian marches. pic.twitter.com/iy0E4Q95RJ
— Hillel Fuld (@HilzFuld) November 14, 2023
Supporters of the demonstration are billing it as a march in support of Israel, for the liberation of hostages taken captive by the terrorist group Hamas, and against anti-Semitism.
March for Israel. March to free the hostages. March against antisemitism. Join us in Washington, DC on Nov. 14. https://t.co/hKZHTO2chd #MarchForIsrael pic.twitter.com/vLz4wZzpSr
— The Jewish Federations of North America (@jfederations) November 7, 2023
The event is taking place as Israel continues its month-long war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip stemming from the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attack in southern Israel.
Attached is documentation from the activities of the combat team fighters of the 7th Brigade in the Gaza Strip: pic.twitter.com/2KJbjjxIr1
— Mossad Commentary (@MOSSADil) November 14, 2023
The event, actually a rally rather than a “march,” despite its name, according to The Hill, is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. on the National Mall, WTTG reported.
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How is the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department being assisted by the National Guard for this event?
Mall in Washington, D.C. It is expected to draw tens of thousands of participants from across the country who are showing their support for Israel, advocating for the liberation of hostages held by Hamas, and standing against anti-Semitism.
In preparation for this event, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced that the National Guard will be called in to assist the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department. While no specific public safety threat has been identified, the mayor mentioned the expectation of a large gathering and the arrival of participants on buses from various locations.
The National Guard will play a role in ensuring an orderly flow of traffic and pedestrians during the rally, as reported by WTTG-TV in Washington. The Department of Homeland Security is also monitoring the event due to potential terrorism concerns. It has designated the rally as a “Level 1” security event, putting it on the same level of importance as the Super Bowl, according to ABC News.
Multiple American Jewish organizations are involved in organizing the rally, which is being widely shared on social media with the hashtag #MarchForIsrael. Supporters see it as an opportunity to demonstrate solidarity with Israel, call for the release of hostages held by Hamas, and condemn anti-Semitism.
The timing of this event is significant, as it coincides with Israel’s ongoing conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The conflict, which began after a terror attack by Hamas, has been ongoing for a month and has seen significant military activity.
The rally, despite its name, is more of a rally than an actual march, according to The Hill. It is scheduled to take place on the National Mall at 1 p.m. The presence of the National Guard and heightened security measures reflect the significance and importance of this event, as well as the need to ensure the safety of all participants and maintain order in the busy city.
In a time when tensions are high and conflicts persist, it is important for individuals to come together and express their support for causes they believe in. The March for Israel in Washington, D.C. serves as a platform for individuals to show their solidarity with Israel and stand against anti-Semitism, while also advocating for the freedom of hostages held by terrorist groups. With the support of the National Guard
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