New York’s Mamdani says looking into Netanyahu arrest during city visit

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is exploring the possibility of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should he visit the city for the United Nations General Assembly in September. Adams confirmed he is consulting with the city's legal department about potential actions.

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I believe that Prime Minister Netanyahu belongs in the Hague

Adams, a vocal supporter of the Palestinian cause, reiterated his belief that Netanyahu should face justice for actions in Gaza, stating, "I believe that Prime Minister Netanyahu belongs in the Hague." He referred to Netanyahu as a "war criminal" who has been charged by the International Criminal Court, a sentiment he claims is widely held due to Netanyahu's actions over many years.

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He’s a war criminal who has been charged by the International Criminal Court

During his mayoral campaign, Adams had pledged to arrest Netanyahu if he visited New York. While some questioned the feasibility of this promise, Adams stated, "Whatever the law allows me to do in New York City, that’s what we will do, but we won’t be writing our own laws to that end." Netanyahu, in response to Adams' calls for arrest, suggested that Adams secretly "hates America."

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Whatever the law allows me to do in New York City, that’s what we will do, but we won’t be writing our own laws to that end

Israel's Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, has asserted that Netanyahu will attend the UNGA meeting regardless of these threats. Adams' position aligns with a notable shift among Democratic voters, with a recent poll indicating a significant majority oppose U.S. aid to Israel and feel the party is too supportive of the country. This evolving sentiment, however, has yet to prompt concrete policy changes at the national party level.

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hates America