WASHINGTON, Dec. 14 -- Sen. Jacky Rosen issued the following press release:

Today, U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and James Lankford (R-OK), co-founders and co-chairs of the Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism, released the following statement on the antisemitic attack targeting Jews in Australia on the first night of Hanukkah:

"Our hearts go out to the Australian people as they deal with the aftermath of a horrific attack that targeted Jews on the first night of Hanukkah. We extend our condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed, and are praying for the full recovery of those injured. This senseless act of mass violence was motivated by a hatred of Jews and is the result of rising antisemitism left un...