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‘RICO Is Not A Crime!’: AOC Sent Into Tailspin After Asking Bobulinski To List Biden’s Crimes

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(Daily Caller) Democratic New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was sent into a tailspin Wednesday as she questioned Hunter Biden’s former business partner, Tony Bobulinski.

Bobulinski appeared before the House Oversight Committee to testify about his allegations against President Joe Biden. Bobulinski said Joe Biden knew about his son’s business dealings with Chinese energy firm, CEFC.

“Is it your testimony today that you personally witnessed President Joe Biden commit a crime?” Ocasio-Cortez asked.

“I believe the fact that he was sitting with me while I was putting together —” Bobulinski began.

“Did you witness the president commit a crime? Is it your testimony today?” she asked.

“Yes,” the witness answered.

 

“And what crime have you witnessed?” the congresswoman asked. (RELATED: Hearing Goes Off The Rails As Former Hunter Biden Business Partner Calls Two Dem Reps ‘Liars’)

“How much time do I have to go through it?” he asked.

“It is simple. You name the crime. Did you watch him steal something?” she asked.

Bobulinski listed off Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) and “corruption statutes.”

“RICO, you’re obviously not familiar with —” he said.

“Excuse me, sir. Excuse me, sir? Excuse me, sir. RICO is not a crime. It is a category. What is the crime?” she asked.

“It’s a category of crimes that you’re then charged under a long hundred list of statues,” Bobulinski said.

Ocasio-Cortez raged against Republicans for opening an impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden in relation to a potential influence-peddling scheme. She claimed the resolution does not accuse the president of a specific “high crime or misdemeanor.” She pointed out how the FBI arrested the source who alleged that the Biden family discussed a bribery scheme with Burisma officials on charges of making a false statement and one count of creating a false and fictitious record.

“This entire impeachment inquiry is based on an actual, provable individual who has lied. Now responsible leadership would withdraw an inquiry based on that!” she said. “Withdraw it. Instead, what we are seeing is that this committee was warned about the falsehoods of these allegations long before that. Warned by Trump’s Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, and yet they proceed it anyway.”

She argued the basis of the inquiry was “wrong” and that it was proceeding based on “false charges.”

Bobulinksi said in 2022 that the Biden family tried to commit “fraud” against him.. He said in February that China successfully tried to “infiltrate and compromise” the Bidens as well as the Obama White House and alleged the now-president “enabled” a profitable business deal between his son and a Chinese Communist Party-linked energy company.

Bobulinski was one among five business partners involved in Oneida Holdings, a shell company created in May 2017 with Hunter Biden, James Biden and two other businessmen. They planned to use Oneida Holdings to form a business arrangement with CEFC. Bobulinski further said the Biden family “aggressively leveraged” their family name to facilitate their business deals.

Hunter Biden denied that his father was involved in his business dealings during a closed-door deposition in February.

“I am here today to provide the committees with the one uncontestable fact that should end the false premise of this inquiry: I did not involve my father in my business, not while I was a practicing lawyer, not in my investments or transactions, domestic or international, not as a board member, and not as an artist, never,” Hunter Biden said in his opening remarks.

Tony Bobulinski Testifies that Hunter Biden Perjured Himself Multiple Times in Interview with Lawmakers

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Hunter Biden perjured himself during his February closed-door interview with the House impeachment inquiry, former Biden business associate Tony Bobulinski testified Wednesday.

Bobulinski previously alleged that President Joe Biden is the “big guy” marked in a text message to receive a ten percent stake in a joint venture with CEFC China Energy Co., a company with close ties to the Chinese Communist Party.

Bobulinski – Written Statement by Breitbart News

 

Bobulinski provided examples to support his claim of perjury during his opening statement Wednesday morning.

In the first example, Bobulinski questioned the timing of when Hunter began to work with CEFC:

1. In Hunter’s transcript (Page 42), he states, “I officially began to do work for CEFC when the – when I received a retainer from CEFC in early – or spring of 2017”. Why, then, did Hunter yell at CEFC Executive Director Zang in front of his entourage as I sat right next to him in New York City on Sunday May 7th, 2017? Hunter was adamant that he was owed the rest of the $20 Million CEFC had committed to paying for the work he had claimed he had done in prior years.

In the second instance, Bobulinski argued that Hunter did not tell the truth when he claimed that President Joe Biden never interacted with Hunter’s associates:

2. On Page 48 of his transcript, Hunter is asked, “He’s never interacted with any of your business associates. Is that correct?” The “He’s” is a reference to Joe Biden. Hunter responds, “Yes”. Hunter arranged the meeting between his father and me at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles on May 2, 2017. The sole reason Hunter wanted me to meet his father was because I was the CEO of Sinohawk, the Bidens’ partnership with CEFC. I was a business associate. In his transcript, Hunter confirms that that meeting with Joe took place and incriminates his Uncle Jim for perjury by confirming it.

In the third case, Bobulinski said Hunter “lied” about leveraging Joe Biden to receive a $5 million payment from CEFC:

3. Hunter lied to the Committee about important details concerning his money demands and threats to CEFC on July 30 and July 31, 2017. He leveraged his father’s presence next to him in that infamous text in order to strong-arm CEFC into paying Hunter immediately and in the process defrauded the partners of Sinohawk Holdings LLC and Oneida Holdings LLC. The threat worked, as a few days later the Chinese wired $5 million dollars into a company of which Hunter owned 50%. It’s important to remember that CEFC considered this money an interest-free loan to the “Biden family”, and planned to send more. I have the email from CEFC to prove it.

Bobulinski also testified that Joe Biden was “more than a participant in and beneficiary of his family’s business.” Bobulinski said Joe Biden “was an active, aware enabler who met with business associates such as myself to further the business, despite being buffered by a complex scheme to maintain plausible deniability.”

“If there is no evidence of corruption – if Joe’s conduct and the conduct of his family were fully legal and proper – then why are they so dishonest about it?” Bobulinski asked. “Not just slight misrepresentations of fact but deep untruths about the entire corrupt enterprise.”

More evidence against Joe Biden can be found here and here.

 

Wendell Husebo is a political reporter with Breitbart News and a former GOP War Room Analyst. He is the author of Politics of Slave Morality. Follow Wendell on “X” @WendellHusebø or on Truth Social @WendellHusebo.

Goldman Sachs Faces Female Exodus as Investment Banking Star Departs

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Goldman Sachs Faces Female Exodus as Investment Banking Star Departs

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Stephanie Cohen, a prominent figure in investment banking circles and once seen as a potential trailblazer for women at Goldman Sachs, has announced her departure from the firm after a distinguished 25-year career, according to information in a recently published report in The New York Post. Her exit marks another setback for the Wall Street titan amidst a troubling trend of female departures in recent months.

Cohen, who joined Goldman Sachs in 1999 and ascended to the position of partner in 2014, served as the head of the bank’s Platform Solutions department. However, as was noted in the Post report. she is now set to take on a new role as the chief strategist at Cloudfare, a San Francisco-based tech firm, signaling a significant career shift.

The news of Cohen’s departure, initially reported by The Wall Street Journal, comes as a blow to Goldman Sachs, particularly in light of CEO David Solomon’s purported commitment to advancing women into senior leadership roles within the organization, as per the information contained in the Post report. Solomon’s pledge appears increasingly tenuous against the backdrop of ongoing challenges related to gender equality at the bank.

Goldman Sachs has long grappled with accusations of fostering a male-dominated culture, a reputation that was further cemented by a landmark settlement last May. Indicated in the Post report was the fact that the bank agreed to pay $215 million to settle a class-action lawsuit filed over a decade ago, alleging gender-based pay discrimination and sexual harassment against female employees.

In an effort to address the glaring gender disparities within the firm, Solomon is reportedly set to convene a dinner meeting with several women partners. According to the report in the Post, the objective of the gathering is to confront the stark reality of female representation at the upper echelons of Goldman Sachs, as highlighted by recent developments.

A recent analysis published by The Wall Street Journal shed light on the troubling trend of female partners departing from the firm. The findings revealed that approximately two-thirds of women who achieved partner status by the end of 2018 have since left Goldman Sachs, the Post reported. In contrast, just under half of their male counterparts who attained partner status during a similar period have departed the firm.

The departure of Beth Hammack, a highly respected trader with three decades of experience at Goldman Sachs, serves as another notable example of the challenges faced by women within the organization, the Post report explained. Despite her significant contributions, Hammack was overlooked for the position of chief financial officer, which was awarded to Denis Coleman.

The departure of Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration official and esteemed executive at Goldman Sachs, has brought renewed attention to the ongoing gender disparity within the prestigious financial institution. As was pointed out in the Post report, McCormick’s decision to join BDT & MSD Partners, a merchant bank founded by ex-Goldman luminaries Byron Trott and Gregg Lemkau, underscores the challenges faced by women in ascending to senior leadership roles at Goldman Sachs.

Despite efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity, the lack of credible female candidates in the pipeline to succeed CEO David Solomon raises concerns about the firm’s commitment to gender equity. Currently, only two of the eight executive officers at Goldman are women, with both occupying positions in non-revenue generating divisions such as legal and accounting, the report in the Post added.

The absence of female representation at the highest echelons of Goldman Sachs has prompted scrutiny and criticism from industry observers. The stark gender disparity within the firm’s leadership ranks has become increasingly apparent, raising questions about the organization’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace environment.

In June, speculation swirled regarding the future of Stephanie Cohen. Reports surfaced suggesting that Cohen, aged 46 at the time, was considering a leave of absence from the firm, prompting speculation about her potential departure, the Post report said. However, a Goldman spokesperson swiftly refuted these rumors, asserting that Cohen’s leave was temporary and that the firm fully supported her decision to prioritize family commitments.

Tony Fratto, Goldman’s head of communications, reiterated the company’s stance, emphasizing their unwavering support for Cohen during her time away from work. As per the Post report, Fratto emphasized that Cohen’s decision to take a hiatus was driven by personal reasons, and Goldman Sachs remained committed to accommodating her needs.

“She will be returning to Goldman Sachs,” Fratto asserted, dismissing inaccurate speculation and reaffirming the company’s commitment to Cohen.

However, recent developments suggest a shift in Goldman’s messaging. In a memo circulated to employees, CEO David Solomon expressed gratitude for Cohen’s significant contributions to the firm, signaling a departure from previous statements, the Post report explained. Solomon’s memo acknowledged Cohen’s outstanding achievements and extended well wishes to her and her family for the future.

A source familiar with the situation shed further light on Cohen’s status, revealing that the intention was indeed for her to return to Goldman Sachs. According to the Post report, Cohen’s trajectory within the company has been marked by notable milestones, including her elevation to the role of chief strategy officer in 2017 and her subsequent appointment as co-head of the consumer and wealth management unit three years later.

However, Goldman’s foray into consumer banking, spearheaded by Cohen, faced significant challenges and setbacks. Indicated in the Post report was the fact that the partnership with tech giant Apple, along with the acquisition of fintech firm GreenSky, yielded disappointing results. The sale of GreenSky during Cohen’s leave, coupled with plans to unwind the joint credit card venture with Apple, underscored the complexities and difficulties inherent in Goldman’s consumer banking initiatives.

The Post reported that in an exclusive interview with Business Insider on Monday, Cohen revealed her newfound passion for technology and her decision to embark on a new chapter in her professional journey.

“I just got to this place where it was, ‘I want to do this for real,'” Cohen expressed to Business Insider, reflecting on her evolving career aspirations. “This is what I want to do. I don’t want technology to be just a part of it; I want it to be what I do.”

Cohen’s leap into the tech realm will see her assume the role of Cloudfare’s inaugural chief strategy officer, marking a significant milestone in her career trajectory. The Post report explained that the move entails a relocation to Utah, underscoring the transformative nature of Cohen’s transition and her commitment to embracing new opportunities.

Despite her impending move to Utah, Cohen is no stranger to the region. During the tumultuous period of the coronavirus pandemic, she found solace and respite in the area after grappling with a case of long COVID,  according to the information in the Post report. Her time spent in Utah not only provided a healing environment but also fostered a deeper connection to the region, paving the way for her eventual relocation.

David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, lauded Cohen’s invaluable contributions to the firm, highlighting her unwavering dedication to fostering a vibrant organizational culture and nurturing talent across all levels and geographic regions. Cohen’s role as a mentor and trainer has left an indelible mark on the firm, earning her admiration and respect from colleagues and industry peers alike.

With her wealth of experience and unwavering determination, Cohen is poised to make a significant impact in her new role at Cloudfare, further solidifying her reputation as a visionary leader in both finance and technology.

 

WATCH: Jewish students at Cape Town University stand in the face of hate

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Pro-Israel supporters and students stood in the face of hate, while pro-Hamas supporters chanted for the success of Hamas and ‘Free Palestine.’

Terrorist who masterminded kidnapping and murder of Israeli teens captured in Gaza hospital

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Teenage terror victims (from right): Naftali Frankel, Gilad Shaar and Eyal Yifrach. (Courtesy)

By World Israel News Staff

A Hamas terrorist involved in a series of attacks on Israelis, including a high-profile incident involving the kidnapping and murder of three Israeli teenagers, has been captured by Israeli security forces.

In a joint statement Wednesday, the IDF and the Shin Bet internal security agency announced that they have apprehended Mahmoud Qawasme, a Hamas terrorist who helped plan the 2014 abduction and murder of three Israeli teenagers in Gush Etzion.

A long-time member of the Hamas terror organization, Qawasme was released by Israel and transferred to the Gaza Strip in 2011 as part of the hostage deal with Hamas that led to the release of abducted IDF soldier Gilad Shalit.

Since then, Qawasme has directed terror operations in Judea and Samaria from the Gaza Strip. The IDF said that Qawasme was responsible for organizing multiple shooting attacks.

He was recently captured during the IDF operation inside the Shifa Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip.

IDF forces operating in and around the hospital have killed roughly 90 terrorists and arrested more than 300, the IDF said.

“Over the past day, the troops have eliminated terrorists and located weapons in the hospital area, while preventing harm to civilians, patients, medical teams and medical equipment,” the IDF said.

Qawasme is perhaps best known for his role in orchestrating the abduction and murder of 16-year-old Naftali Fraenkel, 16-year-old Gilad Shaer, and 19-year-old Eyal Yifrah in June 2014.

Two Hamas terrorists operating out of Hebron abducted the three teenagers as they were hitchhiking in Gush Etzion on June 12th, before murdering them and dumping their bodies in a ditch outside of Halhoul north of Hebron.

One of the two terrorists involved in the abduction and murder was Marwan Qawasme, Mahmoud’s brother.

The incident sparked war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip in the summer of 2014.

United Airlines Grapples with String of Safety Incidents: What Travelers Need to Know

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In recent weeks, United Airlines has found itself grappling with a series of safety incidents, sparking concerns among federal officials and passengers alike, as was recently reported in The New York Times. From engine fires to runway mishaps, these incidents have raised questions about aviation safety and put the spotlight on both United Airlines and aircraft manufacturers like Boeing.

Among the recent incidents reported, an engine fire sparked by plastic packaging wrap, a lost tire shortly after takeoff, and a plane veering off the runway have grabbed headlines, underscoring the challenges faced by the airline in ensuring the safety of its operations, according to the information provided in the NYT report. While no injuries have been reported in any of these incidents, the occurrences have nevertheless heightened anxiety among passengers and regulators.

“All of the incidents happened on flights that took off from or were headed to airports in the United States, and five involved airplanes made by Boeing, a manufacturer already under intense scrutiny,” revealed a spokesperson for United Airlines, the report in the NYT said. This concentration of incidents involving Boeing aircraft further amplifies concerns about the safety and reliability of these planes.

As United Airlines navigates this challenging period, passengers are left wondering about the implications for their travel plans and overall safety. Here’s what travelers need to know about the latest developments in aviation safety:

Heightened Vigilance: Passengers can expect heightened vigilance and scrutiny of safety procedures and protocols in response to recent incidents. United Airlines, along with federal regulators, is likely to implement additional measures to ensure the safety and well-being of passengers.

Ongoing Reviews: The airline is conducting comprehensive reviews of each incident, examining factors contributing to the mishaps and identifying areas for improvement. These reviews will inform future safety protocols and training initiatives.

Manufacturer Accountability: With several incidents involving Boeing aircraft, scrutiny is likely to intensify on the manufacturer’s quality control and safety standards. Boeing, already under scrutiny for past incidents, faces increased pressure to address any underlying issues.

Passenger Assurance: United Airlines is committed to maintaining open communication with passengers, providing updates on safety measures and addressing concerns promptly. Passengers are encouraged to stay informed and reach out to the airline with any questions or inquiries.

Most of the aforementioned incidents have necessitated emergency landings or diversions, underscoring the seriousness of the situations faced by the airline and its passengers, the NYT report said.

On March 4, a Boeing 737-900 departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston was forced to return to the airport for an emergency landing after one of its engines ingested and burned plastic wrap, causing a potentially dangerous situation mid-flight.

As was indicated in the NYT report, three days later, on March 7, a Boeing 777 departing from San Francisco for Osaka, Japan, was compelled to make an emergency landing at Los Angeles International Airport after the aircraft lost a tire shortly after takeoff, highlighting the critical nature of the issue that prompted the diversion.

The following day, on March 8, a Boeing 737 Max 8 experienced a frightening incident as it veered off the runway upon landing at George Bush Airport in Houston, ultimately tilting onto the grass, raising questions about the factors contributing to the mishap, the report in the NYT noted.

Simultaneously, another United Airlines flight departing from San Francisco for Mexico City, operated by an Airbus A320, encountered issues with its hydraulic system, compelling the aircraft to be diverted to Los Angeles for further assessment and ensuring passenger safety.

The incidents continued to unfold on March 9, according to the NYT report, when an Airbus A320 en route to Salt Lake City was forced to return to Chicago O’Hare International Airport due to reported maintenance issues, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in addressing potential safety concerns mid-flight.

The report in the NYT also added that just two days later, on March 11, a Boeing 777 flying from Sydney, Australia, to San Francisco was compelled to turn back shortly after takeoff due to a hydraulic leak, emphasizing the critical role of regular maintenance checks in preventing potentially catastrophic incidents.

The string of incidents culminated on March 14, when an Airbus A320 departing from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport experienced a hydraulic leak shortly before landing at its scheduled destination in San Francisco, the NYT report pointed out.

In a separate incident on the same day, a Boeing 737-800 departing from San Francisco landed at Rogue Valley International Medford Airport in Oregon missing an external panel, highlighting potential issues with aircraft integrity and maintenance oversight.

While United Airlines finds itself under scrutiny that have prompted questions about the airline’s safety protocols and overall reliability, experts caution against overreaction, emphasizing that the recent mishaps are not indicative of systemic problems within the airline industry.

Robert Sumwalt, former chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board and current head of an aviation safety center at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, offered insight into the situation. “Some of these issues are things that happen occasionally but often don’t get reported in the media,” he explained to the NYT. He also stressed that while these incidents are concerning, they are not necessarily uncommon in the aviation industry.

Kyra Dempsey, who specializes in aviation accidents and writes for the blog Admiral Cloudberg, echoes Sumwalt’s sentiment. Speaking to the NYT, she asserted that United’s recent issues should not be erroneously linked to broader challenges faced by aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing. “While it’s bad luck that United had so many incidents in such a short period, in general, such incidents happen frequently around the world, and they aren’t on the rise overall,” Dempsey affirmed to the NYT.

In response to the spate of incidents, United Airlines’ Chief Executive, Scott Kirby, took steps to reassure customers, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation and emphasizing the airline’s commitment to safety. “These incidents have our attention and have sharpened our focus,” Kirby stated in an email sent to customers on Monday, the NYT reported. He assured passengers that each incident was under thorough review by the airline, with findings influencing safety training and procedures moving forward.

In the message, Kirby outlined several measures aimed at enhancing safety protocols within the airline. Notably, starting in May, United pilots will undergo an additional day of in-person training, a change that was already in the pipeline prior to the recent incidents, as per the information in the NYT report.  Additionally, the airline will implement a centralized training curriculum for new maintenance technicians and allocate additional resources to bolster the carrier’s supply chain.

As concerns mount over recent safety incidents in the aviation industry, government agencies tasked with oversight and investigation are stepping up to address the issues at hand, as was indicated in the NYT report. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) play critical roles in ensuring the safety and integrity of the nation’s aviation system, with each agency handling specific aspects of safety regulation and investigation.

“The FAA regulates the country’s aviation system and investigates safety incidents on U.S. airlines,” explained Sumwalt when he spoke with the NYT.  “Meanwhile, the NTSB investigates the causes of accidents, collisions, and crashes involving planes flown by U.S. carriers, among other incidents involving commercial and mass transit operators.”

Sumwalt also highlighted the discretionary nature of investigations conducted by both agencies, indicating that not all incidents necessarily warrant formal inquiries. “Both agencies have discretion on what they investigate,” he added, according to the NYT report, as he underscored the need for prioritization and strategic allocation of resources.

Currently, the NTSB is actively investigating the incident that occurred on March 8 in Houston, where a plane veered off the runway during landing. Additionally, the NYT report said that the agency is looking into a February 10 flight from Los Angeles to Newark, operated by United Airlines, which experienced severe turbulence resulting in injuries among passengers.

According to safety experts, some issues may not reach the threshold for formal investigation by either agency. Also speaking to the NYT was Michael McCormick, an assistant professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and former FAA control tower operator, who shed light on this aspect. “Partial loss of some of an airplane’s multiple hydraulics systems is common,” McCormick noted. “The FAA may or may not get involved for this kind of issue unless there’s a pattern.”

 

 

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: Israel a ‘Moral Nation’; Any Other Would ‘Level’ Terrorist Enemy

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Democratic Presidential Candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. speaks as Michael Smerconish hosts a SiriusXM Town Hall with Democratic Presidential Candidate RFK Jr. at The Centre Theater in Philadelphia, Penn., on June 5, 2023. (Lisa Lake/Getty Images for SiriusXM)

By Joel B. Pollak

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Kr. said in an interview published Tuesday that Israel is a “moral nation,” and he backed its response to Hamas terrorists, opposing President Joe Biden’s anti-Israel drift.

In the interview, conducted by Reuters and published in the Jerusalem Post, Kennedy expressed concern for the humanitarian cost of the war to Palestinian civilians, but said that Israel had no choice but to respond as it had.

From the interview:

“Any other nation that was adjacent to a neighboring nation that was bombing it with rockets, sending commandos over to murder its citizens, pledging itself to murder every person in that nation and annihilate it, would go and level it with aerial bombardment,” Kennedy said.

“But Israel is a moral nation. So it didn’t do that. Instead, it built an iron dome to protect itself so it would not have to go into Gaza.”

He said Hamas gave Israeli leaders no choice after fighters stormed into Israel on October 7, killing 1,200 people and capturing 253 hostages, according to Israeli tallies.

Rather than pressuring Israel, Kennedy said, the U.S. should be pressuring states that currently support Hamas.

Several Jewish leaders expressed their support for Kennedy’s position, notably Democrat-turned-Republican Dov Hikind, a former New York State Assemblyman who is the founder and leader of Americans Against Antisemitism:

 

Kennedy, whose environmental career has placed him on the political left, has lost donors and staff members over his support for Israel. He says he is equally interested in finding a peaceful resolution to the Middle East conflict.

Joel B. Pollak is Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News and the host of Breitbart News Sunday on Sirius XM Patriot on Sunday evenings from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET (4 p.m. to 7 p.m. PT). He is the author of the recent book, “The Zionist Conspiracy (and how to join it),” now available on Audible. He is also the author of the e-book, Neither Free nor Fair: The 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. He is a winner of the 2018 Robert Novak Journalism Alumni Fellowship. Follow him on Twitter at @joelpollak.

 

Finally Unilever Dumps Ben & Jerry’s

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Unilever Announces Job Cuts and Spinoff of Ben & Jerry’s to Streamline Operations

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Unilever, the global consumer goods giant, unveiled plans on Tuesday to streamline its operations by cutting 7,500 jobs and spinning off its lucrative ice cream unit, which includes iconic brands like Ben & Jerry’s, as was reported by The New York Times on Tuesday. The move aims to reduce costs and simplify Unilever’s portfolio of brands, positioning the company for greater efficiency and growth in the future.

The NYT report indicated that Ian Meakins, Unilever’s chair, described the strategic overhaul as a step towards creating “a simpler, more focused, and higher-performing Unilever.” The ice cream division, which generated a staggering 7.9 billion euros ($8.6 billion) in sales last year, accounts for approximately 13 percent of the group’s total revenue.

The decision to spin off the ice cream unit, expected to be completed by the end of 2025, reflects Unilever’s commitment to refining its brand portfolio. According to the information provided in the NYT report, the division houses beloved brands such as Cornetto, Magnum, Talenti, and Wall’s, in addition to Ben & Jerry’s, which Unilever acquired in 2000.

Hein Schumacher, Unilever’s chief executive, who assumed the role in July, outlined a comprehensive plan last year aimed at driving growth and unlocking the company’s full potential, as was indicated in the NYT report. The recent announcement regarding job cuts and the ice cream spinoff represents an acceleration of this strategy, with projected cost savings of nearly $870 million over the next three years.

Schumacher emphasized that the layoffs, affecting predominantly office-based roles globally, would account for approximately 6 percent of Unilever’s workforce. The restructuring aligns with the company’s broader objective of optimizing efficiency and refocusing resources on key growth areas.

The move comes amidst the backdrop of investor pressure, with Nelson Peltz, a prominent activist investor, acquiring a stake in Unilever in early 2022. According to the information contained in the NYT report, Peltz, who is known for advocating simplification of corporate structures, secured a seat on Unilever’s board later that year. His influence is evident in the company’s strategic pivot towards a leaner and more agile operating model.

Following the proposed spinoff, Unilever’s remaining units will encompass health and beauty brands such as Dove soap, consumer goods such as Surf detergent, and food brands including Hellmann’s mayonnaise, the report in the NYT said. The restructuring mirrors similar actions taken by Unilever’s rivals, including Nestlé, which streamlined its ice cream business through joint ventures and divestitures in recent years.

In recent years, the company has relied heavily on steep price increases to buoy revenue growth, but the strategy has been undermined by shifting consumer preferences and mounting inflationary pressures.

“The company has tried accelerated cost-cutting for accelerated growth for at least a decade,” noted analysts at Bernstein in a research note, highlighting Unilever’s persistent struggle to translate cost-saving measures into sustained growth, the NYT reported.  The company’s shares saw a modest uptick of around 3 percent on Tuesday following the announcement of its restructuring plans, but have remained relatively stagnant over the past year.

The ice cream division, in particular, has borne the brunt of input-cost inflation, exacerbating Unilever’s woes. Last year, the division faced the highest input-cost inflation within Unilever’s portfolio, prompting the company to pass on some of those costs to consumers. However, the report in the NYT pointed out that the move backfired, as consumers opted to purchase less or switch to cheaper alternatives, resulting in declining market share and profitability.

“The disappointing year with declining market share and profitability underscores the challenges facing Unilever’s ice cream division,” remarked a company spokesperson, reflecting on the recent earnings report, the NYT report said. The struggles of the ice cream segment underscore broader trends within Unilever’s business, where efforts to spur growth through cost-cutting measures have yielded mixed results.

Meanwhile, Ben & Jerry’s, a highly visible brand under Unilever’s umbrella, has faced its own set of controversies that have further complicated the company’s position. Since its acquisition by Unilever, Ben & Jerry’s has maintained an independent board and a reputation for championing social and political causes, according to the NYT report. However, this independence has occasionally clashed with the corporate ethos of Unilever, leading to tensions and legal disputes.

In 2021, Ben & Jerry’s founders announced their decision to end sales in the Judea and Samaria region of Israel, sparking backlash from shareholders and prompting divestments from some U.S. pension funds. The NYT report noted that the move also resulted in a shareholder lawsuit against Unilever and legal battles over the sale of distribution rights in Israel. Ultimately, Unilever sold the rights to its longstanding local partner, albeit with slight alterations in branding.

As Unilever grapples with internal and external challenges, including shifting consumer trends, inflationary pressures, and brand controversies, the company faces a critical juncture in its trajectory. The success of its restructuring efforts, alongside efforts to address underlying market dynamics and navigate contentious issues surrounding its brands, will determine Unilever’s ability to regain momentum and secure its position in the fiercely competitive consumer goods industry.

Captured Shifa terrorists a ‘gold mine’ of information, says IDF

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Hamas terrorists apprehended in Shifa Hospital. (Twitter Screenshot)

By Batya Jerenberg, World Israel News

The IDF’s second raid into Shifa Hospital has resulted in a “gold mine” of information from the first of over 350 Hamas terrorists captured in the incursion so far, an army source told Army Radio Wednesday.

Many of the terrorists reportedly surrendered without a fight. The IDF has cleared out a corridor in the hospital as a temporary holding cell so that they can be interrogated on site and their information used promptly against their colleagues.

A Shabak internal security official elaborated to the press separately that because intelligence coordinators and investigators are working so closely with the army there, they can immediately pass on information extracted from the terrorists about the location of enemy forces as well as crucial infrastructure such as communications equipment.

“They are providing a lot of valuable intelligence,” the official said.

Those captured included Gaza Brigade Commander Izz a-Din al-Haddad.

More than 160 terrorists have been brought for further interrogation into Israel by the Shabak.

Searches of the hospital have uncovered folders full of IDF data stolen by Hamas terrorists from the Erez Crossing during their invasion of October 7.

Weapons such as Kalashnikov rifles, dozens of magazines of bullets and rocket propelled grenades, as well as bundles upon bundles of Israeli cash, have also been found.

Some 90 terrorists have been killed in the firefights that developed since early Monday morning. The elite Shayetet 13 commandos darted into the medical compound together with forces of the 401st Brigade, and a battalion each from the Givati and Nahal Brigades and the armored corps.

The most senior of these was Fa’ak Mabhouh, the head of the Hamas Internal Security Operations department. The IDF said that he had been responsible for synchronizing Hamas systems in the Strip.

Of the Israeli forces, reservist Warrant Officer Sebastian Haion (51), a commander in the 401st brigade, and Staff Sgt. Matan Vinogradov (20) of the Nahal’s 932nd Battalion, were killed in the action.

This brings the number of IDF soldiers killed in Gaza to 252.

The IDF’s first raid into Shifa took place in November. Interrogated terrorists said they had come back to use the hospital as a center of operations because they felt it was safe to do so.

The army allowed the hospital to continue providing medical services to the Gazan population after it had cleared Hamas operatives out and disabled the terror tunnels running underneath it.

The tunnels were later destroyed.

During the current raid, the soldiers are allowing staff and patients to stay, and have provided medical and other humanitarian aid as well.

Joe Biden Issues Environmental Rule to Start Phasing Out Gas-Powered Cars

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By John Binder(Breitbart) 

President Joe Biden has issued a new environmental federal regulation to begin phasing out gas-powered cars, requiring American automakers to produce Electric Vehicles (EVs) as part of his sweeping green energy agenda.

On Wednesday, Biden announced the rule to require that a majority of new cars sold in the U.S. market are EVs or hybrids by 2032, the New York Times details:

Nearly three years in the making, the new tailpipe pollution limits from the Environmental Protection Agency would transform the American automobile market. A record 1.2 million electric vehicles rolled off dealers’ lots last year, but they made up just 7.6 percent of total U.S. car sales, far from the 56 percent target under the new regulation. An additional 16 percent of new cars sold would be hybrids. [Emphasis added]

In a statement to the Times, Biden called his green energy agenda “an ambitious target” and the beginning of “historic progress” on fighting global warming.

“Three years ago, I set an ambitious target: that half of all new cars and trucks sold in 2030 would be zero-emission,” Biden said. “Together, we’ve made historic progress. Hundreds of new expanded factories across the country. Hundreds of billions in private investment and thousands of good-paying union jobs. And we’ll meet my goal for 2030 and race forward in the years ahead.”

The regulation comes even as a survey from Consumer Reports posted last year revealed that American consumers reported about 80 percent more problems with EVs than consumers with traditional gas-powered cars.

Most problems consumers face with EVs, the report suggests, are long charging times, a lack of charging stations in general, issues with the lithium-ion battery, outer and interior parts not fitting precisely, and engine failures.

Likewise, car dealers across the United States have warned the Biden administration for months that there is a general lack of interest in EVs among American consumers.

“With each passing day, it becomes more apparent that this attempted electric vehicle mandate is unrealistic based on current and forecasted customer demand,” the car dealers wrote to Biden late last year, asking him to halt his green energy agenda:

Already, electric vehicles are stacking up on our lots which is our best indicator of customer demand in the marketplace. [Emphasis added]

The nation’s auto workers are also intensely worried about their jobs being eliminated and wages slashed because EVs require far less manpower to produce and the supply chain for EVs with lithium-ion batteries is controlled by China.

While on strike last year, auto workers said they were terrified of Biden’s green energy agenda.

“I think EVs are going to wipe us out,” 28-year-old Whitney Walch, who works at Stellantis’ Portland Parts Distribution Center in Beaverton, Oregon, said. “… [EVs] don’t need spark plugs, what else, oil filters, we sell a lot of those. If we don’t have all those parts, I feel like we don’t have a lot to do.”

Another auto worker said “it’s almost inevitable” that their jobs will be eliminated because of Biden’s green energy agenda.

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Still, United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain endorsed Biden but admitted that “a great majority” of American auto workers “will not vote for” Biden against former President Donald Trump who has promised to end Biden’s EV mandates.

“Joe Biden has backed every single blood-sucking globalist attack on U.S. auto workers,” Trump told auto workers in Michigan last year.

John Binder is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email him at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter here.

Global Hour of Jewish Unity To Be Held To Be Held For The Israeli Hostages   

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Global Hour of Jewish Unity To Be Held For The Israeli Hostages

Global Hour of Jewish Unity To Be Held To Be Held For The Israeli Hostages

Jerusalem – The Hostages and Missing Families Forum is hosting a global hour of Jewish unity and prayer at the Western Wall, that will be live broadcast worldwide on Thursday, March 21st from 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. (Israel time) The event will give a voice to the hostage families who will be telling their stories on the live broadcast. The event will conclude with a united moment of prayer and solidarity, with millions of Jews from around the world reciting the Shema prayer in unison at 5:30 p.m.

“Our strength is in our unity,” said Chaim Yitzchak Or, the brother of Avinatan Or who was kidnapped by Hamas and is still being held in Gaza. “We are asking the general public to stand by our side and pray for the speedy release of all the Hostages, on this special day.”

“The Jewish people live and breathe their heritage,” Chaim Yitzchak said. “Just like Queen Esther, who was a hostage herself, and sought help by uniting all Jews for a single cause, so to today we will come together and recite the Shema Yisrael prayer on the same day that Esther did. We yearn for the unity of the entire people in a joint prayer to bring about once again the return of all our brothers and sisters held captive by the Hamas terror organization. The unity in Esther’s time resulted in a monumental victory over the hatred and antisemitism perpetrated by Haman and we hope for a similar result and the return of our hostages so that they can all be brought home now. Today, we are all Queen Esther.”

“We are asking everyone to get involved, regardless of previous Judaic commitment, or even if you have never prayed before in your life,” said Aish CEO Rabbi Steven Burg. “This is the time to come together to share your voice in a global initiative to save the hostages who have been held in captivity for 166 days. This day in history, the Fast of Esther, was one in which Jews who were facing an imminent threat against their lives, came together to pray and they changed history. Through our unity, we have a chance to do that again, in our time, and save Jewish hostages who are once again facing an imminent threat to their lives. We ask everyone to spread the word so that we can reach as many people as possible to pray in unity in the hopes that we can bring the hostages home now.”

The event, which will be hosted on the Dan Family Aish World Center rooftop overlooking the Western Wall and Temple Mount, is held in partnership with major Jewish organizations in Israel and around the world and will be broadcast live at aish.com/GlobalUnity. The Global Hour of Jewish Unity starts at 4:30 p.m. with the Shema Yisrael prayer taking place at 5:30 p.m.

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Maine attorney general accuses father, son of spray-painting ‘Gas Jews,’ swastikas

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A father and son allegedly vandalized road signs and streets in three Maine towns, as well as a city, with antisemitic words and symbols, according to a complaint which the state’s attorney general filed on Tuesday.

William Deary, 49, and Hayden Deary, 18, both of Harpswell, Maine, are accused of carrying out the anti-Jewish vandalism on or about Jan. 7 in the towns of Harpswell, Brunswick and Topsham, and the city of Bath.

“These words and symbols, defacing public property, are clearly designed to make people in our community feel unwelcome and unsafe,” stated Aaron Frey, the state attorney general. “This behavior by father and son Deary is shocking and reprehensible. My office will use the statutory authority provided to confront their bias-based threats.”

Among the texts that the father and son are accused of writing is “Gas Jews” on an intersection and on columns supporting an overpass, per the attorney general’s office. The two also allegedly spray-painted swastikas, and the numbers 88 and 14, on signs and along streets in multiple Maine towns, according to the complaint.

“As defendant Hayden Deary later told the investigating officers, the number ’88’ means ‘Heil Hitler.’ According to the complaint, the number ’14’ further represents white supremacist and racist ideology,” the attorney’s office stated. (Aitch is the eighth letter, and 14 refers to the number of words in the neo-Nazi slogan, “We must secure the existence of our people and a future for white children.”)

Members of a Bath synagogue were concerned for their safety, according to the attorney general’s office, which added that an armed police officer is posted at the synagogue during Hebrew school hours on the site.

The Dearys, who admitted to spray-painting the hateful messages, also vandalized a road sign with “a racial epithet a short distance from the Cook’s Corner area in Brunswick, where asylum seekers are being housed,” per the attorney general’s office.

“William Deary indicated that he was upset about immigrants moving to the Cook’s Corner area and was angry at the Jewish people for promoting the COVID-19 vaccine and sending immigrants in ‘to clean the white race out,’” it added. “Hayden Deary indicated that he had been frustrated by ‘mass immigration.’”

Danna Hayes, an attorney and special assistant to the Maine attorney general, told JNS that the state is seeking $5,000 per violation per defendant under the state’s Civil Rights Act.

The attorney general’s office is also seeking an injunction that would prevent the defendants from engaging in similar behavior in the future. If the defendants violated such a civil order, they could face punishments up to 364 days in jail or up to a $2,000 fine, Hayes said.

The world should be on trial in Jerusalem

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(JNS) After Israel defeats Hamas in Gaza, should it try the Oct. 7 terrorists Eichmann-style in Jerusalem? Or, given Israel’s unfairly tainted reputation, might such a trial be seen as more “impartial” if it were held in Nuremberg?

Those who believe that the Germans are more trustworthy than the Israelis are deluded. Perhaps they did not live through or study the Holocaust. Likely, they were not even born in 1972 when Palestinian terrorists massacred 11 Israeli Olympic athletes in Munich with the support of neo-Nazi Germans. The murders were enabled by the extraordinary incompetence of the German police.

The only place a fair and trustworthy trial of Hamas could take place is Jerusalem.

According to prominent international lawyer Avi Bell: “There’s no existing framework for trials against Hamas terrorists or the Hamas terrorist organization in Nuremberg (the closest would be trials with German prosecutors and under German law, which will never happen). There’s no way I can see any agreement for a new tribunal and, in any event, I wouldn’t have great confidence in any such tribunal judging Palestinian terrorists or even being willing to put them on trial. I would like to see fair trials of Hamas terrorists; the only chance of that is in Israel, and even in Israel, there’s a danger it would be too forgiving to the terrorists (depends on the court).”

But we face an even greater problem: Hamas terrorists, starting with their leader Yahya Sinwar, are not the only ones who should be on trial in Jerusalem and before history.

With a few blessed exceptions, almost the entire world must be judged for supporting Iran and Qatar’s proxy armies: Hamas, Hezbollah, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, etc.

The United Nations belongs on trial. The only thing it has ever done is legalize Jew-hatred. They passed a resolution falsely claiming that Zionism is racism rather than a resolution that accurately stated that anti-Zionism is racism.

The world professoriate, students, human rights activists and media also belong on trial for having incited the immediate and continuing jackal chorus for a “ceasefire,” which is the equivalent of a call to ethnically cleanse the Holy Land of Jews. Some of them have been on the Iranian and Arab oil payroll for more than 60 years.

Iran’s leaders must also appear in the dock. The mullahs have indoctrinated, funded and strategized with not only Hamas but also the zombie armies who march for jihad in the West.

Let’s not forget every single Muslim country that has refused to offer safe passage or temporary shelter to Gaza civilians. They also belong on trial. None of them want the Arab Palestinians. They do not want the enormous trouble they will inevitably bring with them. Please note: Such countries, by refusing entry to civilians, make no distinction between the “innocent” civilians of Gaza and the terrorists whose ideology and torture control them.

 

A prominent Arab anti-Islamist recently told me: “Egypt let them in and found themselves awash in their own blood. Jordan had to expel them for the same reason. Lebanon? Destroyed by them, weakened so much that Hezbollah just took Lebanon over.”

“So, the Palestinians remain a Jewish burden only, is that it?” I asked.

“Yes,” he said.

I replied, “Only Israel is expected to feed, house, and keep Gazans safe from their own leaders. Did the Allies feed and protect civilians in Nazi Germany during the war? If not, why is Israel and Israel alone expected to do so?”

The trial must take place in Jerusalem. Eichmann’s trial gave voice to our six million slaughtered and to those who survived and could bear witness. The world could no longer deny the Holocaust or refuse to understand it—at least for a time. Eventually, Holocaust denial crept back in and is flourishing today.

On Oct. 7 itself, the denial of the Hamas massacre began and continues to this day. Only a trial can dim this tide of unreason.

Israel has the footage and the forensic evidence to make its case. Survivors, as well as witnesses, are plentiful. The indifferent, otherwise occupied or Jew-hating world must be confronted with what they have done. May evidence, fact, truth and justice prevail and may its consequences keep Jews safe—at least for a time.

Biden’s Unhappy America: U.S. Hits New Low in World Happiness Report

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By Simon Kent (Breitbart)

How sad. The latest annual World Happiness Report sees the U.S. tumbling down eight spots to 23rd – an all-time low ranking.

Finland tops the overall list for the seventh successive year, though there is considerable movement elsewhere with the U.S. recording major movement towards the bottom of the table.

Significantly, the U.S. (23rd) has fallen out of the top 20 for the first time since the World Happiness Report was first published in 2012, driven by a large drop in the wellbeing of Americans under 30.

Afghanistan remains bottom of the overall World Happiness Report rankings as the world’s “unhappiest” nation.

Findings also suggest the wellbeing of 15- to 24-year-olds has fallen in North America.

The researchers say this is driven in part by a decline in how Americans under 30 feel about their lives while older Americans are happier — with President Joe Biden tending to do better with them.

“In the US, happiness or subjective wellbeing has decreased in all age groups, but especially for young adults,” Gallup managing director Ilana Ron Levey told CBS News in an emailed statement, adding that social connections are one key factor contributing to these generational disparities in happiness.

“The World Happiness Report and the Gallup/Meta social connectedness data show peak loneliness for younger Americans. It’s widely recognized that social support and feelings of loneliness are influential factors in determining overall happiness, and these dynamics differ across various age groups,” she said.

“The quality of interpersonal relationships may impact the wellbeing of younger and older individuals in distinct ways.”

Finland ranked No. 1 on the overall list of the world’s happiest countries for the seventh year in a row. The top 10 in the latest report are:

  1. Finland
  2. Denmark
  3. Iceland
  4. Sweden
  5. Israel
  6. Netherlands
  7. Norway
  8. Luxembourg
  9. Switzerland
  10. Australia
  • A CBS News poll in December found 21 percent of Americans described themselves as “very happy” and another 55 percent as “fairly happy.”

Those who said things were going well with their family lives were far more likely to report general happiness, as were people who said they have enough money to live comfortably.

Read the report in full at worldhappiness.report

WAR ON PRIVATE PROPERTY: Homeowner Arrested For Confronting Squatters In NYC

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ABC New York‘s “Eyewitness News” investigative team captured alarming footage of a homeowner dealing with squatters living in her home before eventually being arrested by police for being on her own property.

 

The group living in the home had the locks on the doors changed so Andaloro couldn’t enter.

The homeowner reached out to the local news outlet to see if they’d like to bring attention to the situation and they ended up filming a shocking encounter.

As Andaloro and the news crew stood outside the home, a woman approached the front door and unlocked it before fleeing upon seeing the cameras.

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Since the door was unlocked, the homeowner went inside and discovered two men living in the house where her furniture and personal belongings still sat.

After an exchange of words, police were called and the two men were removed from the property.

Andaloro had a locksmith waiting nearby and had the door locks changed, but about ten minutes later the squatters came back and forced their way into the home.

Despite having the deed to the home on her person, police officers arrested the homeowner for “unlawful eviction” when the squatters called the cops on her.

“I am being arrested for being in my own home,” Andaloro told the news cameras as she was handcuffed. “My deed is current and legal.”

Neither police officers or the “Eyewitness News” team were provided a lease by the home’s occupants, and now both parties will be forced to play the waiting game as it could take up to two years to solve an eviction case in New York.

These types of situations appear happening more often as word spreads of eviction loopholes and they could explode in magnitude if the millions of illegal immigrants coming into America get wind of the scam.

People on social media criticized America’s unfolding eviction crisis:

WATCH: American Flag Burnt at Anti-Israel Protest in NYC, Activists Liken NYPD to ‘KKK’

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By Joshua Klein

An American flag was seen aflame among protesters during radical anti-Israel demonstrations in the heart of New York City, where protesters were also heard chanting against the New York Police Department, comparing law enforcement as well as the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) to the Ku Klux Klan.

The viral video from Tuesday, shows pro-Palestinian protestors surrounding the spectacle, with none interfering, as the “Emergency Action for Gaza” demonstration was getting underway in Lower Manhattan’s Zuccotti Park in the city’s financial district.

The short clip was posted by Katie Smith, a local independent reporter and photojournalist who covers demonstrations and social movements in The Big Apple.

The scene was reminiscent of a similar video of pro-Palestinian protesters burning an American flag in January.

Many online expressed outrage over Tuesday’s public act.

“Israel is just the little Satan. America is the real Satan,” wrote former New York State Assemblyman Dov Hikind. “American Jews? we’re a wet dream for them.”

“May [God] protect [Israel] And [America],” he added.

“As an immigrant who loves this country I loathe these people with a passion,” wrote one X user.

“This is not just about Israel,” noted another.

“The pro Hamas crowd hates America,” wrote yet another. “These are the voters Biden is trying to please.”

“WAKE UP AMERICA,” one X user exclaimed.

“The West is next,” warned another.

“If they hate America, they need to leave!” another user insisted.

In another video from the event, demonstrators called for a violent uprising, or “intifada” revolution, outside New York City Hall. Intifadas were twice launched against the Jewish state by Palestinians, the second which took place at the start of the millennium and saw hundreds of terror attacks and thousands of deaths over a four year span.

Others were shown scuffling with local police who made several arrests. One demonstrator is seen with an American flag defaced with the name “Aaron Bushnell,” a radical far-left airman who self-immolated while in military uniform in front of the Israeli Embassy as part of a political statement to protest Israel’s war against Hamas last month. Another is seen waving the Five-star Red Flag of China.

An additional clip shows protestors chanting at NYPD officers, comparing them to the KKK.

The event was organized by the New York-based Palestinian pro-terror group Within our Lifetime.

Demonstrations attacking Israel’s fight against Palestinian terrorists have long been accompanied by scenes of violence, as well as rhetoric against the United States and in support of terrorism.

In January, at a pro-Palestinian protest that shut down the Sundance Film Festival, Israeli actress and producer Noa Tishby spoke with demonstrators and revealed the ignorance of those chanting radical slogans.

In one shocking incident that triggered widespread outrage over Veterans Day Weekend in November, a pro-Palestinian mob was seen cheering on a protester who climbed a flagpole and tore down U.S. flags as demonstrators marched through central Manhattan.

The demonstrations began the previous night in Columbus Circle and made its way to Grand Central Terminal, where protestors kicked in the doors as law enforcement sheltered inside. As they marched through the streets of Manhattan for the second night in a row, they briefly forced the closure of the transportation hub.

The current conflict in Gaza began on October 7 after the U.S.-designated Islamic terror group Hamas, whose charter calls openly for the murder of Jews and the elimination of the Jewish state through relentless jihad, perpetrated the worst terrorist attack in Israel’s history in October, in an operation stemming from its radical beliefs.

The attack saw some 3,000 terrorists burst into Israel by land, sea, and air, gunning down participants at an outdoor music festival while others went door-to-door hunting for Jewish men, women, and children in local towns who were then subject to torture, rape, execution, immolation, and kidnapping.

The attack resulted in roughly 1,200 dead inside the Jewish state, over 5,300 more wounded, and at least 242 hostages of all ages taken — of which more than half remain in Gaza. The vast majority of the victims are civilians and include dozens of American citizens.

In one viral clip from November, people in New York City were seen willing to support Hamas in its goal to “free Palestine” — until they were exposed to what the terrorist group actually preaches.

Earlier this month, anti-Israel demonstrators hindered the NYPD’s response to a reported explosive device found by an Uber driver, according to authorities who were unable to reach the site of the scene in due time as a result.

Last week, Lebanon’s terror leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who serves as Hezbollah’s Secretary-General, “saluted” anti-Israel demonstrations throughout the United States, boasting of the power of Americans to pressure President Joe Biden and “lead him to lose the presidential elections.”

According to world-renowned military historian and professor Dr. Victor Davis Hanson, Hamas’ “death cult” relies on “useful Western idiots” to support the Palestinian cause, which has “fused with the leftwing DEI industry.” In addition, he argues, pro-Palestinian protests and support for Hamas in the U.S. have alienated many Americans and will all but ensure a tough conservative president in 2024.

Joshua Klein is a reporter for Breitbart News. Email him at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter @JoshuaKlein.