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DOJ Sues Oakland Coffee Shop Over Anti-Semitism Claims

6/10/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice has taken legal action against the Jerusalem Coffee House in Oakland, California, accusing it of denying service to Jewish customers. This lawsuit, rooted in the Civil Rights Act, underscores the DOJ's dedication to fighting anti-Semitism and safeguarding civil rights, as highlighted by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon.

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Story summary

The U.S. Department of Justice has taken legal action against the Jerusalem Coffee House in Oakland, California, accusing it of denying service to Jewish customers. This lawsuit, rooted in the Civil Rights Act, underscores the DOJ's dedication to fighting anti-Semitism and safeguarding civil rights, as highlighted by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon.