TOPEKA – On May 22, 2025 morning, Governor Laura Kelly released the below statement: 

“I join in mourning the loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two Israeli Embassy staffers who were killed last night outside of the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C.. As I have said before, antisemitic violence is not theoretical, and it is happening now. Those responsible for this vicious crime must be brought to justice. In my role as Governor, I will continue to call out antisemitism and be active in pushing back against it. As Kansans, we value peace over violence, dialogue over destruction, and dignity for all people, regardless of faith or background.”