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Man charged with killing Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, DC, enters not guilty plea

Elias Rodriguez faces nine federal charges including premeditated murder and hate crimes after allegedly firing 21 rounds at two Israeli embassy staffers, with the death penalty possible if convicted.

  • Elias Rodriguez, accused of murdering two Israeli Embassy staffers, pleaded not guilty to nine federal charges in court on September 4, 2025, including murder and hate crime charges.
  • The victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, were shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum on May 21, 2025, shortly after attending an event.
  • Rodriguez reportedly said, 'I did it for Palestine' and 'I did it for Gaza' during his arrest, revealing his motivation.
  • The case has drawn national attention amid rising antisemitism concerns and could result in the death penalty if Rodriguez is convicted.
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Man accused of killing 2 Israeli embassy staffers in DC pleads not guilty

Elias Rodriguez, accused of killing two Israeli embassy employees in Washington, D.C., faces charges including premeditated murder and hate crimes.

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abc 7 WJLA broke the news in Washington, United States on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
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