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105 US lawmakers urge FBI to probe alleged Hindu temple shooting plot
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 05:55 AM
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A bipartisan group of 105 members of Congress has written to the FBI, demanding a thorough investigation into a reported plot targeting a Hindu temple in the United States.
A bipartisan coalition of 105 U.S. lawmakers has sent a formal letter to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, pressing for a comprehensive probe into a reported scheme to attack a Hindu temple. The legislators, representing both Democrats and Republicans, said the alleged plot underscores a rise in hate‑motivated threats against religious minorities.
The lawmakers highlighted recent intelligence that flagged a possible assault on a Hindu place of worship, though details about the location or suspects were not disclosed. They called for a coordinated federal response to protect the community and to deter future hate‑crime attempts.
An FBI spokesperson confirmed that the agency is reviewing the information provided and will take appropriate action if the threat is substantiated. The call for action reflects growing concern in Washington over the safety of minority faith groups.
The letter also urged the bureau to share findings with relevant state and local authorities to ensure a swift and effective protective measure.
This development adds to a series of recent initiatives aimed at curbing extremist violence and safeguarding religious freedom across the United States.
The lawmakers highlighted recent intelligence that flagged a possible assault on a Hindu place of worship, though details about the location or suspects were not disclosed. They called for a coordinated federal response to protect the community and to deter future hate‑crime attempts.
An FBI spokesperson confirmed that the agency is reviewing the information provided and will take appropriate action if the threat is substantiated. The call for action reflects growing concern in Washington over the safety of minority faith groups.
The letter also urged the bureau to share findings with relevant state and local authorities to ensure a swift and effective protective measure.
This development adds to a series of recent initiatives aimed at curbing extremist violence and safeguarding religious freedom across the United States.