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Justice Department, Synagogue Sue Montgomery County Over Firearms Ban at Houses of Worship

The Silver Spring Jewish Center brought in armed security after antisemitic attacks.

Mark A. Kellner
Aug 05, 2026
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The Silver Spring Jewish Center has asked a federal court to block Montgomery County’s new firearms ban. Photo: New Civil Liberties Alliance

The Justice Department sued Montgomery County, Maryland, Mo…

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