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U.N. Demands Cease-Fire in Gaza During Ramadan, Its First Demand to Halt Fighting

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By David Rosenberg, World Israel News

The United Nations Security Council passed a resolution Monday demanding an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip between Israel and the Hamas terror organization, after the United States delegation declined to veto the measure.

The resolution, which was drafted jointly by the delegations from Sierra Leone, Switzerland, Slovenia, South Korea, Malta, Japan, Mozambique, Ecuador, Algeria, and Guyana, passed the Security Council 14-0, with only the U.S. abstaining.

The measure “demands an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan respected by all parties leading to a permanent sustainable ceasefire” in the Gaza Strip.

Separately, the resolution “also demands the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, as well as ensuring humanitarian access to address their medical and other humanitarian needs, and further demands that the parties comply with their obligations under international law in relation to all persons they detain.”

Israel had objected to the resolution, saying that it did not condition the ceasefire on the release of Israeli captives held in Gaza.

Shortly before the vote, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had called on the U.S. mission to the UN to use its veto to block the resolution, threatening to withdraw an Israeli delegation to Washington if the measure was allowed to pass.

‘’If the USA does not veto the resolution, which calls for a ceasefire that is not dependent on the release of the hostages, I will cancel the Israeli delegation’s trip to Washington,’’ Netanyahu said.

The Israeli delegation had been slated to discuss alternatives to the planned Rafah operation.

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield disputed Israel’s interpretation of Monday’s resolution, claiming that a ceasefire in Gaza must be part of an agreement securing the release of Israeli hostages.

Boeing CEO to exit in broad management shakeup as manufacturing issues plague storied plane maker

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Boeing CEO David Calhoun- AP

(AP)  Boeing CEO David Calhoun will step down from the embattled plane maker at the end of the year as part of a broad management shakeup after a series of mishaps at one of America’s iconic manufacturers.

Stan Deal, president and CEO of Boeing’s commercial airplanes unit, will retire immediately. Stephanie Pope, the company’s chief operating officer for less than three months, has taken over leadership of the key division.

The company said board Chairman Lawrence Kellner, a former airline chief, won’t stand for re-election in May and will be replaced by a former Qualcomm CEO.

Boeing has been under intense pressure since early January, when a panel blew off a brand-new Alaska Airlines 737 Max. Investigators say bolts that help keep the panel in place were missing after repair work at the Boeing factory.

Major airlines want to hear how Boeing plans to fix problems in the manufacturing of its planes

The Federal Aviation Administration has stepped up its scrutiny of the company, including putting a limit on production of 737s. An FAA audit of Boeing’s 737 factory near Seattle gave the company failing grades on nearly three dozen aspects of production.

 

Airline executives have expressed their frustration with the company, and even minor incidents involving Boeing jets have attracted extra attention.

Fallout from the Jan. 5 blowout has raised scrutiny of Boeing to its highest level since two Boeing 737 Max jets crashed in 2018 in Indonesia and 2019 in Ethiopia. In all, the crashes killed 346 people.

In a note Monday to employees, Calhoun, 67, called the accident “a watershed moment for Boeing.” that requires ”a total commitment to safety and quality at every level of our company.”

“The eyes of the world are on us, and I know we will come through this moment a better company, building on all the learnings we accumulated as we worked together to rebuild Boeing over the last number of years,” he said.

Boeing’s most significant effort to improve quality has the opening of discussions about bringing Spirit AeroSystems, which builds fuselages for the Max and many parts for that and other Boeing planes, back into the company. Mistakes made at Spirit, which Boeing spun off nearly 20 years ago, have compounded the company’s problems.

 

Calhoun said the two companies are making progress in talks “and it’s very important.”

Calhoun said the decision to leave was his. Calhoun was a Boeing director when he became CEO in January 2020, replacing Dennis Muilenburg, who was fired in the aftermath of the Max crashes. In 2021, Boeing’s board raised the mandatory retirement age for CEO to keep Calhoun in the job.

The company has chosen former Qualcomm CEO Steven Mollenkopf to become the new board chairman and to lead the search for Calhoun’s replacement.

Richard Aboulafia, a longtime aerospace analyst and now a consultant at AeroDynamic Advisory, said the management shakeup “is likely to be a pivotal moment in Boeing’s history, and probably a very positive one,” but the outcome depends on the next CEO. He said Patrick Shanahan, a former Boeing executive and acting U.S. Defense secretary who has led Spirit AeroSystems since last fall, would be “a great choice.”

 

Cai von Rumohr, aerospace analyst at Cowen, said the management changes are “a partial step toward changing its culture to underscore safety and rebuild investor confidence in the company.” He said the fact that Calhoun gave more than eight months’ notice will help the Boeing board make “a considered decision” instead of “a knee-jerk reaction.”

Pope, the new head of the commercial-airplanes business, was promoted to Boeing chief operating officer only in January. Before that, she was president and CEO of Boeing’s services business and chief financial officer of the airplanes division.

Shares of The Boeing Co. rose about 1% in early trading.

IDF rape claim was a lie, admit Al Jazeera, Hamas

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Muslim women donning the Burqa. (Shutterstock)

By World Israel News Staff

The Hamas terror group and Qatari news outlet Al Jazeera have admitted that a report about IDF soldiers raping Palestinian women in the Gaza Strip was a lie, after the claim sparked mass panic in the coastal enclave.

On Sunday, Al Jazeera published a story in Arabic which falsely stated that Israeli soldiers had sexually assaulted women at Al-Shifa Hospital.

The medical center is the site of an military operation, which has so far led to the arrest of hundreds of Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists.

The report created a frenzy in the Strip, with security blogger Abu Ali Express reporting that hundreds of families fled from north and central Gaza to the south, fearing that their female family members would be assaulted.

Beyond sparking a large migration towards the already crowded south, many Gazans were also enraged by what they believed was a failure by Hamas to protect the honor of Palestinian women.

Following the mass panic, Hamas and Al Jazeera were forced to walk back the falsehood in order to calm public spirits.

“It was revealed through Hamas investigations that the story of the rape of women in Al-Shifa Hospital was fabricated,” tweeted Jordanian journalist Yasser Abuhilalah, who is senior writer at Al Jazeera.

Abuhilalah said that the woman who had lied to Al Jazeera had positive intentions. Her “goal was to arouse the nation’s fervor and brotherhood,” he explained.

Notably, Al Jazeera did not issue a formal retraction of the story and clarify that it was false, in line with standard journalistic practices.

Instead, the outlet deleted all traces of the story from its website and social media accounts.

Despite the admission that the story was false, many pro-Palestinian activists continue promoting the lie that Israeli soldiers sexually abused Palestinian women.

One U.S. State Department official even presented the lies as factual when speaking with an Israeli military representative.

IDF: Hamas Is Destroying Shifa Hospital, Firing from Maternity Ward

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By Joel B. Pollak

Israel accused Palestinian terrorists Sunday of destroying Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, after days of battle in which the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confronted hundreds of Hamas and Islamic Jihad members using the hospital as a base.

In some case, the Israeli military said, Hamas terrorists were firing from the emergency room, the maternity ward, and the burn unit. Hamas was thwarting Israel’s effort to allow normal hospital functions to continue, the IDF said.

In a statement, IDF spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said (translation via IDF):

Today is day 6 of the IDF’s operation against Hamas and Islamic Jihad in Shifa Hospital.

170 terrorists were neutralized in or around the Shifa Hospital compound while firing at our forces.

The IDF apprehended hundreds of terror suspects with confirmed ties to Hamas or Islamic Jihad, making this one of the most successful operations since the start of the war.

A large number of these terrorists were involved in planning and executing the brutal massacre of October 7.

This operation is not over.

Right now, Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists are barricading themselves inside Shifa hospital wards.

Hamas is destroying Shifa hospital.

Hamas is firing from inside the Shifa Emergency Room and Maternity Ward and throwing explosive devices from the Shifa Burn Ward.

Terrorists hiding around the hospital fired mortars at our forces, causing extensive damage to the hospital buildings.

I repeat: Hamas is firing mortars at the Shifa hospital.

Hamas is destroying the Shifa hospital.

Hamas hijacked the Shifa Hospital and hides behind the sick and injured, waging war from inside Shifa Hospital.

The IDF operates with precision and acts with care towards the patients and medical staff inside the hospital.

We do this because we distinguish between Hamas terrorists and the civilians they are hiding behind.

We do this because our war is against Hamas, not against the people of Gaza.

And our actions prove this.

Since the beginning of this operation against Hamas at Shifa Hospital, the IDF has assisted the sick and wounded and helped move many of them out of harm’s way.

We brought dozens of medical devices; over 10 thousand units of medications; hundreds of medical supplies; as well as food, water, and other equipment into Shifa Hospital.

When Hamas’s attacks resulted in the failure of the hospital generator, our troops helped restore electricity to the hospital.

Our operation at Shifa Hospital proves once again: Hamas systematically uses hospitals to wage war and consistently uses the people of Gaza as human shields.

Israel showed earlier in the war that Hamas had used Shifa Hospital to store weapons, to move hostages, and to conceal underground infrastructure for the terrorist organization. Using a hospital as a military installation is a violation of international humanitarian law, and means the hospital forfeits its protected status under that law.

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.

New Spending Bill Prohibits Pride Flag At US Embassies Worldwide

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(Daily Caller) President Joe Biden signed a funding bill Saturday that prohibits the pride flag at U.S. Embassies worldwide.

Joe Biden signed a $1.2 trillion government funding bill Saturday that incorporated a provision that restricts the display of LGBTQ pride flags over U.S. embassies. This ban is part of many additional issues included in the bill that was passed to fund the government until September.

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson, who is known for his conservative Christian beliefs, reportedly used the ban on the pride flag to gain support for the bill from his party, according to Bloomberg. The $1.2 trillion bill, which is 1,012 pages long, indirectly backs a Republican plan to stop LGBTQ Pride flags from being shown at U.S. government buildings, even if it doesn’t specifically mention the ban of Pride flags at U.S. embassies.

“None of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be obligated or expended to fly or display a flag over a facility of the United States Department of State other than the — United States flag; Foreign Service flag pursuant to 2 FAM, POW/MIA flag, Hostage and Wrongful Detainee flag, pursuant to section 904 of title 36, United States Code, flag of a State, insular area, or the District of Columbia at domestic locations, flag of an Indian Tribal government, official branded flag of a United States agency or sovereign flag of other countries,” the bill read.

The White House announced that it intends to fight the ban. Right after the bill was signed, the Biden administration immediately pledged efforts to overturn this specific clause.

 

“The Administration fought against the inclusion of this policy and we will continue to work with members of Congress to find an opportunity to repeal it. We were successful in defeating 50+ other policy riders attacking the LGBTQI+ community that Congressional Republicans attempted to insert into the legislation,” the White House spokesperson told NBC News. (RELATED: ‘You’re Already Represented’: Community Bans Pride Flags On Public Poles)

A Democrat strongly opposed the provision. Democratic Texas Rep. Greg Casar expressed his disapproval while talking to reporters Thursday, according to NBC News. “It shows just how low the Republican Party has gotten that they’ve threatened to shut down government services over trying to figure out which flags can be flown in front of which buildings,” Casar said, NBC News reported. “I think it’s laughable, not just to Democratic voters but to Republican voters.”

Republican Florida Rep. Cory Mills expressed disappointment that this policy had to be included, according to the Washington Examiner. Mills believes that this policy about flags is part of a larger issue with the Democrats’ focus on diversity, the outlet stated. “I don’t think that we should be flying flags that sow division by thinking that it somehow creates some kind of inclusion,” Mills told the Washington Examiner. “I think it does the opposite. I just personally think that it’s sad that we have to state these things.”

Fans call for boycott of James Bond movie because of Jewish actor

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Aaron Taylor-Johnson in "The King's Man." 20th Century Studios

(A7) Fans of the James Bond films have threatened to boycott the next movie if Jewish actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson is named to the role.

According to reports, antisemites have shared the hashtag #BoycottJamesBond on social media in light of reports that the British actor, 33, has all but signed a deal to assume the role of Bond.

The hashtag #BoycottJamesBond has also been widely shared on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Comments posted to social media include: “Really bad timing with Israel committing genocide in Gaza. Shame on you. I hope your company collapses”; “Boycott Bond, Free Palestine”; and “I won’t buy a ticket for any of its movies. Will boycott all of it.”

One comment claimed that the casting of Taylor-Johnson was an attempt at “trying to clean up the image of Mossad.”

Taylor-Johnson said he was Jewish in an interview, when speaking about a fan saying he resembled a fashionable Hasidic Jew. “That was nice because I have really curly hair and also I’m Jewish,” he said at the time.

Despite the calls for a boycott if Taylor-Johnson is cast as James Bond, there has been no confirmation yet that the actor has indeed accepted the role.

The Sun reported on Monday that the British actor had been “formally offered the opportunity to play James Bond”. While the initial report said the deal with Taylor-Johnson was all but done, the BBC 24 hours later quoted a production insider who said that there is “no truth in the rumors”.

AOC Takes Stand Against Gaza Blockade, Labels Situation as “Unfolding Genocide”

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During a recent interview on “Meet the Press,” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) avoided directly addressing a question about whether describing Israel’s military actions as “genocide” was an exaggeration. Credit: NBCNews.com

AOC Takes Stand Against Gaza Blockade, Labels Situation as “Unfolding Genocide”

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New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party’s radical left wing faction has issued a powerful condemnation of Israel’s blockade of Gaza, characterizing the situation as an “unfolding genocide,” as was recently reported in The New York Times. In a speech delivered on the House floor, Ocasio-Cortez called upon President Biden to take decisive action by halting U.S. military aid to Israel until humanitarian assistance is allowed to freely flow into the Gaza Strip.

Addressing the dire humanitarian crisis gripping Gaza, Ocasio-Cortez painted a stark picture of the suffering endured by its residents. The NYT indicated that she highlighted the plight of 1.1 million “innocents” facing famine, with thousands of children resorting to eating grass as food supplies are obstructed just miles away.

The congresswoman’s remarks mark a significant escalation in rhetoric, signaling her growing frustration with the ongoing blockade and the Biden administration’s response to the crisis. The report in the NYT suggested that by openly invoking the term “genocide,” Ocasio-Cortez has intensified pressure on party leaders to reassess their approach to Israel’s wartime actions and their implications for the Palestinian population.

Ocasio-Cortez’s stance diverges from that of party leadership, as she has been an outspoken advocate for a permanent cease-fire and has called for conditioning American military aid to Israel, as was noted in the NYT report. Despite facing resistance from within her own party, Ocasio-Cortez remains resolute in her determination to skewer Israel.

While Israel has vehemently denied accusations of genocide, Ocasio-Cortez’s decision to publicly embrace the term reflects a growing sense of urgency. The NYT report suggested that by reframing the discourse surrounding the conflict, she has sought to galvanize support for concrete measures to address the root causes of the crisis.

Privately, Ocasio-Cortez has voiced concerns about the potential repercussions of using the term “genocide,” fearing that it may alienate potential supporters of a cease-fire.

Despite her position putting her at odds with some of her fellow progressives and facing criticism from left-leaning activists, Ocasio-Cortez remains steadfast in her condemnation of Israel’s blockade and its impact on the Palestinian population.

With the United Nations warning of the looming threat of famine for Gaza’s 2.2 million residents, pressure has mounted on Israel to ease restrictions on the flow of essential goods into the territory. The NYT also reported that Ocasio-Cortez’s allies attribute her use of the term to a sense of moral obligation to speak out against what she perceives as a grave injustice.

“Blocking assistance from one’s closest allies to starve a million people is not unintentional,” Ocasio-Cortez asserted, emphasizing the need for accountability and action in the face of such dire circumstances, as was explained by the NYT.

Despite the gravity of her charge, the immediate reaction to Ocasio-Cortez’s comments has been relatively muted, with the White House declining to comment and staunch Democratic allies of Israel remaining silent, as was revealed in the NYT report. This tepid response underscores the sensitivity of the issue within the Democratic Party and the reluctance of party leaders to challenge the status quo on Israel’s actions.

President Biden and top Democratic leaders have consistently reaffirmed Israel’s right to defend itself and have shown little inclination to curtail military aid to the country. On the contrary, the administration has signaled its support for increasing military assistance to Israel, further complicating efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), a prominent pro-Israel lobby, swiftly denounced Ocasio-Cortez’s accusation, labeling it an “obscene perversion of the truth.” The report in the NYT indicated that Marshall Wittmann, AIPAC’s spokesman, shifted the blame onto terrorist groups in Gaza such as Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, accusing them of harboring genocidal intentions and exploiting Palestinian civilians as human shields. While AIPAC’s statement did not mention Ocasio-Cortez by name, it signaled the organization’s staunch opposition to her characterization of Israel’s actions.

Despite facing criticism from pro-Israel groups, Ocasio-Cortez’s speech found support among antiwar activists, who hailed her willingness to speak out against the purported atrocities unfolding in Gaza. However, some activists argued that her intervention came too late, with Hafsa Halawa, a nonresident scholar at the Middle East Institute, lamenting that Ocasio-Cortez had not acted sooner, as per the information contained in the NYT. Nonetheless, Ocasio-Cortez’s decision to address the issue on the House floor reflects the growing momentum behind efforts to hold Israel accountable for its actions.

Ocasio-Cortez’s speech comes at a precarious moment in the conflict, with officials warning of the potentially devastating consequences of an Israeli attack on the southern Gazan city of Rafah, where more than a million civilians have sought refuge, as was detailed in the NYT report. The Biden administration, which had previously offered steadfast support to Israel, has urged restraint and introduced a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Although the resolution failed to pass, progressives aligned with Ocasio-Cortez view President Biden’s shift in stance as a sign that their advocacy efforts are gaining traction.

Invoking President Biden’s own words from a 2011 speech, Ocasio-Cortez highlighted the urgency of addressing genocides before it’s too late, warning against repeating past mistakes. Drawing attention to the Biden administration’s plan to deploy a temporary floating pier off Gaza’s coastline to facilitate the transit of goods, Ocasio-Cortez cautioned that such measures would be insufficient to avert the worst of the crisis, according to the information provided in the NYT report. Instead, she called for the suspension of U.S. weapons transfers to Israel as a means to pressure compliance with international law and humanitarian standards.

 

“The time is now to force compliance with U.S. law and the standards of humanity,” Ocasio-Cortez declared, emphasizing the need for immediate action to prevent further atrocities.

In her speech, Ocasio-Cortez refrained from delving into the specifics of Israel’s military actions in Gaza, instead focusing on the broader implications for U.S. policy and global humanitarian efforts, the NYT report said.

“This is not just about Israel or Gaza,” Ocasio-Cortez emphasized. “This is about us.” Her words echoed a sentiment shared by many progressives who view the Gaza crisis as a litmus test for U.S. foreign policy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Israel willing to release over 700 jailed terrorists for 40 captives in Gaza

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Rally calls for the release of Palestinian security prisoners held in Israeli jail, in the city of Hebron, April 17, 2022. (Wisam Hashlamoun/Flash90)

By World Israel News Staff

In a significant development toward peace negotiations, Israel has agreed to release between 700-800 jailed Palestinian terrorists in exchange for the release of 40 hostages held by Hamas, according to reports from Israeli media outlets.

The breakthrough was reported on Sunday evening, with Israeli officials confirming the agreement.

The prisoners slated for release by Israel include hundreds serving life sentences for their involvement in terror attacks targeting Israelis.

This move marks a major concession by Israel, aimed at securing the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas since October 7th.

 

Initial negotiations were fraught with disagreements, particularly concerning the number of prisoners to be exchanged for each hostage. However, an American compromise proposal mediated the impasse, enabling progress in the talks.

Discussions between Israeli representatives in Qatar and Hamas leadership have reportedly included the potential return of Palestinians to northern Gaza, indicating a broader scope of negotiations beyond the prisoner exchange.

Hamas’s response to the agreement is awaited, with Israeli media anticipating delays due to logistical considerations and the need for approval from Hamas leader.

This development comes after previous offers were rejected, with Hamas initially demanding a higher number of prisoners serving life sentences.

The Israeli decision to accept the exchange proposal is seen as a result of diplomatic pressure, including talks facilitated by the head of the CIA during discussions held in Qatar over the weekend.

Sherry-Lehmann’s Landlord Granted Permission to Clear Out Iconic Park Avenue Store Amid Lingering Scandal

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NYC’s Sherry-Lehmann is a fine wine & spirits retailer. Credit: Yelp.com

 

(TJV) After more than a year of closure following a scandal, a New York judge, Suzanne Adams, has approved an “order of ejectment” enabling Glorious Sun, the landlord of Sherry-Lehmann’s flagship store at 505 Park Ave, to reclaim the space, NY Post reported

The renowned wine retailer, frequented by notable figures such as Henry Kissinger, Greta Garbo, and Andy Warhol, closed its doors on March 10, 2023, due to allegations of selling alcohol with an expired license.

Sherry-Lehmann, founded in 1934 by Sam Aaron and Jack Aaron, had relocated to Park Avenue in 2007, paying nearly $2 million annually for a 9,500-square-foot space. Despite its illustrious history, the retailer faced financial challenges, exacerbated by costly business decisions.

Glorious Sun, owed over $4.8 million in unpaid rent, initiated legal proceedings to retake control of the property. The closure of the store left shelves filled with outdated merchandise and fixtures gathering dust.

Efforts to clear the premises have been delayed, partly due to pandemic-related court backlogs. However, recent developments suggest progress in emptying the space, with glass doors covered and display windows concealed behind sheetrock walls.

While speculation persists about the potential auction of remaining fixtures, including historic wine barrels and memorabilia, investigations continue into alleged financial improprieties, including unpaid sales tax and unfulfilled wine orders. Federal agencies, including the FBI and the US Postal Inspection Service, have been involved in probing the matter.

Despite the store’s storied past and its role in introducing fine French wines to the US market, the fate of Sherry-Lehmann’s legacy remains uncertain as legal battles and financial woes persist.

 

Netanyahu: We will kill Sinwar, just like we killed Haman in Purim story

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Hamas leader in Gaza Yahya Sinwar. (Flash90/Abed Rahim Khatib)

By World Israel News Staff

During a visit with border guards from the Military Police Corps on Sunday evening, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu drew parallels between the biblical story of Purim and current tensions, vowing to eliminate Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar akin to the demise of Haman.

“We will unite, fight, and win just as we did in ancient times,” Netanyahu declared, echoing the narrative of the Jewish people’s victory over oppression. He further pledged, “We will enter Rafah and achieve total victory. We eliminated Haman, we will eliminate Sinwar as well.”

Amid the Purim festival, Netanyahu’s invocation of historical parallels underscores the enduring nature of conflict in the region.

Netanyahu emphasized the threat posed by the Islamic Republic of Iran, drawing a connection between ancient and modern adversaries.

“Today we celebrate Purim,”, said Netanyahu. “An antisemitic enemy, the evil Haman, arose more than 2,000 years ago in ancient Persia, and sought to wipe the Jews off the face of the earth. Those Jews rose, united, fought and won a total victory.”

“Today in modern Persia, a new enemy has arisen – the Iranian regime, which seeks to destroy the Jewish state. We have already seen what one of this enemy’s messengers did. On October 7th Hamas committed, what even President Biden termed ‘absolute evil.’”

“Just like in ancient times, just like our brethren, we too must unite, fight and win,” Netanyahu declared.

Netanyahu’s statements come in the wake of warnings from US Vice President Kamala Harris, who cautioned against military intervention in Rafah.

Harris hinted that the Biden administration may take punitive actions against Israel if the warning is ignored.

Rimac Nevera: The World’s Fastest Electric Hypercar Makes Waves at the New York Auto Show

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Rimac Nevera: The World’s Fastest Electric Hypercar Makes Waves at the New York Auto Show

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In a blaze of electric glory, the Rimac Nevera, the fastest electric vehicle on the planet, is set to make its grand entrance at the New York Auto Show, as was reported by the New York Post.  Hailing from its birthplace in Croatia, this hypercar is primed to dazzle audiences at the Jacob K. Javits Center with its unparalleled speed and cutting-edge technology.

With a jaw-dropping top speed of 256 mph, the Rimac Nevera is not just a vehicle; it’s a testament to the pinnacle of automotive engineering,  according to the information provided in the Post report. Manufactured by Rimac Automobili, this electric marvel comes with a hefty price tag of $2.5 million, reflecting its status as a true symbol of luxury and performance.

Already spoken for before it even graces the showroom floor, the Nevera has been claimed by a New Jersey-based Croatian neurosurgeon who eagerly anticipates taking possession of this automotive masterpiece after the show concludes, the Post report revealed.  Its exclusivity is further underscored by the fact that only 150 units of the Nevera exist, making it a coveted collector’s item among automotive enthusiasts worldwide.

Beneath its sleek exterior lies a powerhouse of innovation. The Nevera is equipped with four electric motors that deliver unrivaled acceleration and performance, propelling it to astonishing speeds with ease,  as was detailed in the Post report. Its interior is a marvel of modern technology, boasting three high-definition screens and a massive battery pack that ensures both power and range are never compromised.

Debuting in 2022, the Rimac Nevera has already etched its name in the annals of automotive history, setting an impressive 25 world performance records. The report in the Post also indicated that its namesake, the Nevera wind storm that sweeps across the Croatian coast of the Adriatic Sea, perfectly encapsulates the raw power and force embodied by this extraordinary hypercar.

Each Nevera can be meticulously customized to suit the preferences of its owner, with options ranging from premium materials to bespoke colors. Noted in the Post report was that many car buyers opt for sumptuous suede and shiny billet aluminum interiors, adding a touch of opulence to an already exceptional vehicle.

As the Rimac Nevera prepares to take center stage at the New York Auto Show, it serves as a beacon of innovation and progress in the realm of electric mobility, the Post observed.  Its groundbreaking performance and unparalleled luxury redefine the boundaries of what is possible in the world of automotive engineering, setting a new standard for excellence and pushing the limits of electric propulsion technology.

Charitable Donations from Jeff Bezos’ Ex-Wife Channeled to Extreme Left-Wing Causes

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Charitable Donations from Jeff Bezos’ Ex-Wife Channeled to Extreme Left-Wing Causes

Edited by: TJVNews.com

MacKenzie Scott, ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has recently made headlines for her philanthropic efforts, announcing a staggering $640 million in donations to various charitable organizations, according to a recent report in the New York Post. However, the distribution of these funds has sparked controversy, with critics alleging that the majority of the donations are being channeled towards causes aligned with extreme left-wing ideologies.

According to an analysis of the 361 awards announced by Scott through her foundation, Yield Giving, a significant portion of the donations will benefit nonprofits advocating for causes often associated with the political left. The Post report indicated that among these causes are migrant advocacy, LGBTQ rights, and clean energy initiatives.

One of the most notable allocations is $122 million earmarked for 67 migrant advocacy organizations, providing legal aid and other forms of assistance. The information provided in the Post report revealed that these organizations include the Florida Immigrant Coalition and the Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition, both of which have been vocal critics of state-level efforts to crack down on illegal migration and increase enforcement measures.

Critics have raised concerns about the perceived political agenda behind Scott’s donations, particularly regarding her support for causes that some view as controversial or divisive. Mike Gonzalez, a senior fellow at the conservative Heritage Foundation, expressed skepticism, stating, “Bezos’ wife is using the profits he made through capitalism to [fund] the rope that will hang capitalism,” the report in the Post said. This sentiment alludes to the irony of using wealth generated through capitalist endeavors to support causes that may be perceived as antithetical to capitalist principles.

In addition to migrant advocacy, Scott has allocated significant funds to other causes, including prisoner advocacy and LGBTQ rights. $117 million has been allocated to 67 prisoner advocacy groups and organizations assisting individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Furthermore, the Post said that $72 million has been designated for 43 groups promoting LGBTQ causes, such as championing the rights of transgender individuals, including male-born transgender athletes, to compete in sports aligned with their gender identity.

The distribution of funds towards these causes has reignited debates surrounding social justice, identity politics, and the role of philanthropy in shaping societal norms and values. Supporters argue that Scott’s donations represent a commitment to progressive ideals and addressing systemic injustices, while critics view them as ideologically driven and potentially divisive.

Amidst the controversy, Scott’s philanthropic endeavors highlight the complexities inherent in charitable giving and the influence of individual beliefs and values on donation decisions.

Gonzalez also told the Post that Scott’s donations represent a broader trend of affluent individuals leveraging their wealth to support causes that align with leftist ideologies. “These things that she’s donating money to – whether it’s transgender ideas, helping illegals, prisoner rights, climate change – they’re all trying to transform our system away from capitalism,” Gonzalez remarked, the Post report said. His comments highlight concerns about the ideological underpinnings of Scott’s philanthropic endeavors.

Gonzalez also pointed to examples such as the Rockefeller Foundation, which has a history of supporting leftist causes, as evidence of a broader trend within philanthropy.

Prior to her latest round of donations, Scott had already allocated $16.5 billion of her fortune to selected organizations. In December 2022, she launched Yield Giving, a platform aimed at streamlining her charitable efforts and soliciting applications from community-led nonprofits, as was detailed in the Post report. Organizations with budgets ranging from $1 to $5 million were invited to apply for funding, with a focus on advancing the voices and opportunities of individuals and families of modest means.

The recent announcement of $640 million in awards through Yield Giving has attracted attention for its scale and scope. Despite receiving over 6,000 applications, only 361 charities were selected to receive awards ranging from $1 million to $2 million, as per the information in the Post report.

Megan Peterson, the executive director of Gender Justice, expressed gratitude for Scott’s $2 million donation to her nonprofit, emphasizing its timeliness in the face of mounting legal challenges to gender equity, as was indicated in the Post report. Peterson underscored the crucial role of community organizing and education in dismantling gender barriers, citing recent legal victories related to emergency contraception access and transgender youth participation in sports as examples of Gender Justice’s advocacy efforts.

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, a Republican from Staten Island/Brooklyn, voiced disappointment over Scott’s support for what she described as “lefty causes,” particularly the contentious issue of transgender athletes in female sports, the Post report said. Malliotakis argued that while Scott is entitled to spend her personal wealth as she sees fit, the real battle lies in addressing what she perceives as excessive government spending on similar initiatives.

In a note on her website, Scott expressed gratitude to Lever for Change and the evaluators involved in the award-selection process, acknowledging their role as “agents of change.” However, the Post report noted that representatives for Lever for Change and Scott declined to comment on the matter, leaving the motivations behind the donations open to interpretation.

Despite the praise and criticism directed at Scott, her philanthropic efforts have not been immune to scrutiny from unexpected quarters. The Post said thatElon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, condemned Scott’s past charitable donations in a now-deleted post, characterizing super-rich ex-wives who use their wealth for ideological purposes as contributors to the decline of Western civilization.

The clash of perspectives surrounding Scott’s philanthropy underscores broader questions about the role of wealth, power, and personal ideology in shaping social change. While some view her donations as a commendable effort to advance progressive causes, others perceive them as emblematic of a broader trend of wealthy individuals leveraging their resources to promote specific ideological agendas.

Ultimately, Scott’s donations serve as a catalyst for critical conversations about the role of private wealth in shaping public discourse and policy priorities, challenging individuals and institutions to examine their own values and commitments in the pursuit of a more equitable and just society.

 

‘Someone Could Tuck a Bomb on a Truck’: U.S. Officials Warn Biden’s Gaza Aid Plan Could Endanger Troops

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MV Roy Benavidez, part of the U.S. Ready Reserve Fleet, left port Thursday to deliver equipment to the U.S. Army’s 7th Transportation Brigade to construct a temporary pier that will be used to move humanitarian aid into Gaza. (U.S. Navy photo by Ryan Carter/DVIDS)

By Kristina Wong(Breitbart)

U.S. officials warned that President Joe Biden’s plan for the U.S. military to build a floating pier to deliver aid to Gaza could endanger U.S. troops, even if he has pledged there will be no boots on the ground in Gaza, according to a report.

NBC News reported Saturday that current and former administration officials are worried the plan “carries security risks.”

WATCH — Dem Sen. Welch: Biden’s Gaza Aid Pier Has “a Lot of Hazard”:

Specifically, they expressed concerns that since U.S. troops would not step foot on Gaza, non-U.S. personnel could be involved in ferrying the aid back and forth from the U.S. military to Gaza.

“Someone could tuck a bomb on a truck with a timer or remote detonator and cause a catastrophe,” a U.S. military official told NBC News.

As of now, the U.S. Navy is planning to build a dock several miles offshore from Gaza, where civilian ships would deliver aid. The aid would be loaded onto trucks and driven onto U.S. Army boats and ferried to a pier the Army is building that is fixed to the shore of Gaza.

MV Roy Benavidez, part of the U.S. Ready Reserve Fleet, left port Thursday to deliver equipment to the U.S. Army’s 7th Transportation Brigade to construct a temporary pier that will be used to move humanitarian aid into Gaza. U.S. Navy photo by Ryan Carter/DVIDS

MV Roy Benavidez, part of the U.S. Ready Reserve Fleet, left port Thursday to deliver equipment to the U.S. Army’s 7th Transportation Brigade to construct a temporary pier that will be used to move humanitarian aid into Gaza. (U.S. Navy photo by Ryan Carter/DVIDS)

Officials told NBC News that an option under consideration is to have drivers and guards from other nations drive the trucks from the pier onto land and to distribute the aid, and then drive the trucks back to the offshore pier to be ferried back to the Navy pier and reloaded. It is not yet determined who those drivers should be, according to the report.

Another potential option is to establish a security perimeter on Gaza protected by the Israel Defense Forces, but creating that perimeter could take extra time. In addition, the point of Biden’s floating pier plan was to bypass the Israeli government, which Biden administration officials say are not doing enough to allow aid deliveries to Palestinians.

WATCH — Dem Rep. Himes: Hamas Steals Aid, but Israel Needs to Get More Aid in:

The report suggested that not all U.S. military officials are on board with the plan, which came after Biden faced mounting criticism from progressives and Muslim Americans angry over U.S. support for Israel in its war with Hamas. The war began after Hamas conducted a terrorist attack in southern Israel on October 7, killing around 1,200 and kidnapping around 200.

Since Israel’s offensive against Hamas, progressives have staged protests across the country and Muslim Americans have called on voters to stay home during the November 2024 presidential election.

U.S. military officials told NBC News they first heard of the floating dock idea when Biden announced it at the State of the Union address on March 7.

A Navy official told reporters during a background briefing last week that a safety plan is being developed and that the safety of the sailors involved is a top concern.

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Dangerous Levels of Toxins Found in General Mills ‘LOADED’ Cereal: Report

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By Megan Redshaw- Epoch Times

A new report is raising concerns over General Mills’ new cereal line after testing revealed that Trix LOADED cereal is literally loaded with high levels of heavy metals and agrochemicals.

General Mills, Inc. on Feb. 1 launched “LOADED,” a new cereal line with “puffed-up larger-than-life squares” of General Mills’ Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Trix, and Cocoa Puffs cereals filled with artificially flavored vanilla creme. Trix LOADED boasts 17 grams of whole grain per serving and 12 vitamins and minerals. Yet testing by Moms Across America (MAA), an organization dedicated to educating and empowering others to create healthy communities, found the artificially flavored creme-filled breakfast food also contains measurable levels of aluminum, cadmium, arsenic, lead, glyphosate, and pesticides shown to be harmful to humans.

In a statement to The Epoch Times, MAA director Zen Honeycutt said her organization tested two samples of General Mills’ Trix LOADED cereal because they were alarmed that the company, which had previously seemed very committed to supporting regenerative organic agriculture, launched a cereal “loaded with creme, food dyes, and highly-processed foods.”

Pesticides Found in General Mills’ Trix LOADED Cereal

In test results obtained by MAA, scientists found residues from eight different pesticides in both samples of Trix LOADED cereal.

The following six pesticide residues were found in trace amounts:

  • Imazalil-1
  • Metconazole-1
  • Pyraclostrobin-1
  • Pyrimethanil-1
  • Pyriproxyfen-1
  • Tebuconazole-1

Two pesticides, piperonyl butoxide-1 (PBO) and fluopyram-1, were detected in higher amounts. Fluopyram-1 is a broad-spectrum fungicide that can cause liver problems, endocrine disruption, and thyroid cancer.

Piperonyl butoxide (PBO) is a man-made pesticide synergist that enhances the potency of certain pesticides designed to kill insects. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) classifies PBO as a “possible human carcinogen” as studies in rats show PBO can induce thyroid and liver cancers, as well as noncancerous tumors.
More recent animal model studies suggest PBO exposure can cause neurodevelopmental abnormalities in utero and liver cancer. A 2021 study published in Reproductive Toxicology found PBO may cause male infertility and reproductive toxicity.
According to the National Pesticide Information Center, PBO is found in over 2,500 pesticide products, including foggers and mosquito control programs. Yet PBO is exempt from the EPA’s maximum residue limits, which determine the amount of pesticides allowed to remain in food. This means PBO pesticide residue is freely permitted in cereals consumed daily by children and adolescents across the United States.

Heavy Metals Exceeded EPA Allowable Levels

According to test results obtained by The Epoch Times, scientists also detected measurable levels of aluminum, cadmium, lead, and arsenic in both samples of Trix LOADED cereal that in some cases far exceeded the EPA allowable levels in drinking water. The United States does not consistently regulate heavy metals in food or assess the long-term cumulative effects of heavy metal exposure in children, but it does regulate the amount of heavy metal contaminants allowed in water.

For example, the EPA sets the allowable level of arsenic in drinking water at 10 parts per billion (ppb). Trix LOADED cereal samples contained 21.5 and 23 ppb of lead—more than double the EPA’s allowable level. The samples contained cadmium levels 400 percent higher than the EPA’s allowable level.
The EPA allows 0.05 to 0.2 mg/L of aluminum in drinking water, equivalent to 50 to 200 ppb. Cereal samples 1 and 2 contained 2,930 ppb and 3,500 ppb of aluminum, respectively. These were 1,365 percent and 1,650 percent higher than the agency’s allowable level of aluminum in drinking water.
In 2008, the European Food Safety Authority established a “tolerable weekly intake” of 1 mg of aluminum per kg of body weight per week, based on combined evidence from animal studies that assessed dietary administration of aluminum compounds.
Using European Union standards, if a child eats a 40-gram serving of Trix LOADED cereal daily, the weekly consumption of aluminum would be 0.98 mg/week based on one sample and 0.82 mg/week based on the other. This is roughly equal to the EU’s limit without considering other sources of aluminum exposure, such as flour, baking soda, medications, processed foods, and aluminum pots and pans.

Trix LOADED Exposes Children to Toxic Glyphosate

Glyphosate, the most widely used herbicide in the world, was found in both samples of Trix LOADED cereal at 15.83 ppb and 17.47 ppb. It is a key active ingredient in weedkiller products such as Roundup.

The EPA has not classified glyphosate as a human carcinogen, but the International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified glyphosate as “probably” carcinogenic to humans.
Studies have confirmed a link between glyphosate and numerous health conditions, including cancers and nervous system disorders. Additionally, Monsanto, now Bayer, agreed to pay roughly $11 billion to settle claims filed by individuals who say Roundup caused their non-Hodgkin lymphoma or other related cancers. As of March, there are 4,253 cancer lawsuits, out of the 4,800 claims originally filed, still pending in the California Roundup multi-district litigation.
In research published by the University of California, Berkeley School of Public Health, scientists found that childhood exposure to glyphosate is linked to liver inflammation and metabolic disorders in adulthood that could lead to liver cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases later in life. Researchers found high levels of glyphosate residue in the urine of children and adolescents and reported that diet was a key source of exposure—as levels were higher in those who consumed more cereals and carbohydrates.
Glyphosate is routinely used on genetically modified crops such as corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, legumes, and produce.

Moms Across America Contacts General Mills

In an email to General Mills provided to The Epoch Times, MAA called on the company to source suppliers who use safe, nontoxic ingredients, despite the lack of laws and regulations that would otherwise require them to do so.

MAA requested General Mills do the following:

  • Require that suppliers of ingredients avoid using glyphosate or other agrochemicals as a drying agent or preharvest weedkiller.
  • Transition away from using glyphosate as a weedkiller within one to two years.
  • Perform quality testing on fertilizers for heavy metal contaminants and direct the safest possible fertilizer to be used.
  • Support and promote regenerative organic farming practices.

“We hope consumers will learn the truth about the contents of ‘loaded cereal’ and make choices to support their family’s health,” Ms. Honeycutt told The Epoch Times. “We also hope they [consumers] will alert their elected officials that these types of foods, with high heavy metals and agrochemicals, have no place in the American food supply.”

Ms. Honeycutt said she believes consumers should know the truth about what’s in their cereal so that they can make choices to support their family’s health, and hopes policymakers will “exercise the political will needed to clean up the food supply.”

The Epoch Times reached out to General Mills for comment.

Elon Musk Warns of DEI in Medical Schools: ‘People Will Die’

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Elon Musk, multi-billionaire owner of Twitter, rushed to defend cartoonist Scott Adams, creator of “Dilbert” comic strip, who has been facing fierce condemnation in recent days (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)

Elon Musk again raised concerns that the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policy, particularly in medical schools, can lead to people dying.

“If the standards for passing medical exams and becoming a doctor or especially something like a surgeon, if the standards are lowered, then the probability that the surgeon will make a mistake is higher,” Mr. Musk said. “They’re making mistakes in their exam. They may make mistakes with people, and that may result in people dying.”

The tech billionaire made the argument during the show with former CNN host Don Lemon as the pair discussed the issue.

During the interview, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX tried to explain the concept to the former CNN host, but it seemed Mr. Lemon did not get it, saying, “There’s no evidence of that.”

Mr. Musk then provided an example of a surgeon in training who, despite making numerous mistakes during operations, still passed training due to lower standards. He suggested that this lower standard could increase the likelihood of fatal outcomes.

Mr. Lemon argued it was “hypothetical, that doesn’t mean it’s happening.”

“I didn’t say it was happening; I said it will. I said if we lower [the] status, people will die,” Mr. Musk pushed back.

The former CNN anchor asked why Mr. Musk would “put something out there that has not happened.”

“Because I don’t want it to happen,” the X owner insisted.

The interview, posted on several social media platforms on March 18, was supposed to be a part of the former CNN anchor’s original exclusive plans on X. However, Mr. Musk canceled his platform’s partnership with Mr. Lemon shortly after the interview.

DEI Critic

Mr. Musk has long been outspoken against the DEI initiative. During an interview with commentator Ben Shapiro earlier this year at the European Jewish Association Conference in Poland, the owner of X said people should “always be wary of any name that sounds like it could come out of a George Orwell book.”

“Diversity, equity, inclusion, these all sound like nice words. But what it really means is discrimination on the basis of race, sex, and sexual orientation, and it’s against merit,” Mr. Musk said at the time.

During the interview, Mr. Musk noted that the solution to address this DEI problem is for universities to focus on merit. “It doesn’t matter whether you’re a man, [or] woman, what race you are, what beliefs you have. What matters is how good you are at your job or what your skills are,” he said.

‘DEI Is Dangerous Everywhere, but It’s Most Dangerous in Medical Schools’

On March 7, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development held a hearing titled, “Divisive, Excessive, Ineffective: The Real Impact of DEI on College Campuses.”

During the testimony, Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, former associate dean of curriculum at the University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine, and chair of the medical nonprofit Do No Harm, raised great concerns about the DEI initiative in medical schools and warned of its potential consequences.

“DEI is dangerous everywhere, but it’s most dangerous in medical schools,” Dr. Goldfarb raised the alarm.

“Americans need to know exactly what’s happening. Your future doctors are learning about divisive politics at the expense of life-saving care. They’re being taught to discriminate by race, not treat patients equally. Ultimately, your future doctor is being trained to be an activist,” he warned. “If we don’t restore medical school to its real mission, Americans will inevitably suffer a diminished quality of health care.”

During the hearing, Dr. Goldfarb accused the Association of American Medical Colleges, which manages medical education, of forcing “medical schools to teach intersectionality, oppression, colonization, and white supremacy among other core DEI topics.”

He cited an example of a medical student who recently told his organization Do No Harm that the student had spent more time learning about pronouns than understanding kidney function.

Dr. Goldfarb also alleged that medical schools now lower admission standards due to DEI policies, saying, “Some have abandoned requiring the MCAT [Medical College Admission Test] for all applicants even though the MCAT is the best predictor of a student’s ability to become a doctor.”

“By recruiting less qualified students, medical schools are producing less-qualified physicians,” Dr. Goldfarb said.

Do No Harm found out that the University of California Los Angeles School of Medicine required first-year students to attend a course titled, “Structural Racism and Health Equity,” where in one exercise, students were divided by racial group and discussed antiracist prompts, according to The Wall Street Journal. The school later dropped the exercise following a civil rights complaint from Do No Harm.

“DEI puts Americans’ lives at risk. The best way to save lives is to get DEI out of medicine now,” he emphasized.

 

Top Aide to Bklyn DA Gonzelez Departs Over Accusations Anti-Semitism

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In a recent turn of events, Maritza Ming, once a prominent figure as a top aide to Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez, has left the district attorney’s office amidst a storm of controversy. Reports suggest that Ming’s departure is linked to accusations of anti-Semitism and other forms of misconduct, raising questions about her conduct and professional integrity, according to a recently published reported in the New York Post.

The saga surrounding Ming’s exit from the Brooklyn DA’s office began to unfold eight months ago when allegations surfaced from multiple current and former staffers. Among the accusations were claims that Ming engaged in disparaging Jewish employees, exhibited bullying behavior towards subordinates, and allegedly misused office resources and staff, as was reported by the Post.  These complaints painted a troubling picture of a workplace fraught with tension and impropriety, ultimately leading to scrutiny of Ming’s leadership and managerial practices.

Despite the gravity of these allegations, Ming’s response remained elusive. Attempts to reach her for comment on the accusations and her subsequent departure proved futile for the Post, highlighting a lack of transparency and accountability on her part. Instead, it was revealed in the Post report that Ming had transitioned to a role at a personal-injury law firm, Harris, Keenan & Goldfarb, in Manhattan.

The abruptness of Ming’s departure and the circumstances surrounding it have left many within the legal community puzzled and disillusioned. A Brooklyn DA insider, reflecting on Ming’s downfall, remarked, “How the mighty have fallen,” the Post report said. This sentiment underscores the stark contrast between Ming’s former position of influence and her current status as a practitioner in a different legal domain. The shift from a high-ranking official to what was derisively described as an “ambulance chaser” serves as a humbling reminder of the consequences of unchecked behavior and ethical lapses.

Further complicating the narrative is the revelation regarding Ming’s prolonged absence from the DA’s office. Despite reports suggesting that Ming had not been present at the office since July of the previous year, she remained on the payroll, drawing a substantial salary that included a sizable bonus,  the Post report revealed.  This discrepancy raises questions about the oversight and accountability mechanisms within the Brooklyn DA’s office, as well as the allocation of taxpayer funds.

In response to inquiries about Ming’s status, the Brooklyn DA’s office initially offered vague explanations, with spokesman Oren Yaniv stating that Ming was on leave without providing further details. However, subsequent revelations suggest that Ming’s absence was more protracted and financially lucrative than previously acknowledged, as was indicated in the Post report. The discrepancy between official statements and the documented reality highlights the importance of independent oversight and investigative journalism in holding institutions accountable for their actions.

The internal probe, commissioned by Gonzalez himself, focused on the handling of discrimination complaints within the office, a process overseen by Ming, the Post reported.  Additionally, the city Department of Investigation has launched its own inquiry into Ming’s conduct, further complicating the situation.

Gonzalez’s decision to hire Guidepost Solutions to conduct the internal probe reflects the seriousness of the allegations surrounding Ming’s tenure. The investigation, initiated in response to concerns raised by employees, delves into accusations of discrimination and misconduct within the office. However, the Post report said it’s worth noting that Ming herself has been at the center of these allegations, raising questions about the efficacy of an investigation led by a firm hired by the very office under scrutiny.

Maritza Ming’s tenure within the Brooklyn DA’s office spans over two decades, with her rise to the position of chief of staff in 2018 and subsequent promotion to “confidential executive assistant district attorney” last year, according to the report in the Post. However, her swift departure in the wake of these allegations marks a dramatic turn of events, casting doubt on her legacy within the office and raising questions about the leadership and oversight under Gonzalez’s administration.

The controversy surrounding Ming’s conduct has not only impacted her own career but has also reverberated within the wider political landscape. Sources suggest that Gonzalez, who harbors aspirations of becoming state attorney general, has faced backlash from members of the Jewish community over Ming’s continued employment despite accusations of anti-Semitism, the Post report explained. Leaders within the Jewish community have expressed concerns about Gonzalez’s association with Ming, emphasizing the importance of their support for his political ambitions. The potential loss of support from the Jewish community could prove to be a significant setback for Gonzalez, potentially altering the course of his political trajectory.