Protesters nabbed at Biden’s NYC interview with Seth Meyers: ‘No hiding allowed
Protesters Rally in Manhattan, Accusing President Biden of Enabling Genocide
Hundreds of Jewish New Yorkers and Allies Arrested at 30 Rockefeller Center
Protesters gathered in Manhattan on Monday ahead of President Joe Biden’s interview on NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers, accusing the president of enabling genocide against Palestinians.
Videos posted on social media show demonstrators holding signs that read “The world is watching” and “Jews to Biden: Stop arming genocide.”
Protesters from the Jewish-led pro-Palestinian group chanted, “Biden, you can’t hide; you are funding genocide,” a shout that has been echoed at other protests.
“The growing public consensus on the need to prevent further loss of life in Gaza as the death toll eclipses 30,000 cannot be denied. Yet President Biden has still pledged an additional $14.1 billion in military funding to Israel,” the group posted on X.
Biden has pressed Congress for months to send additional foreign aid to Israel, supporting $14 billion to go to Israel and U.S. interests in the region as part of a $95 billion foreign aid bill.
U.N. experts warned in November about a growing risk of genocide, while the International Court of Justice in January called on Israel to “take all measures within its power” to prevent genocidal acts.
“The situation in Gaza has reached a catastrophic tipping point,” the U.N. experts said about a month after Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7.
Around 1,200 people were killed, and some 240 hostages were taken in that attack, according to the Israeli government. Since Israel’s response, at least 29,782 people have been killed as of Monday, according to the Gaza Health Ministry in the Hamas-run territory.
Biden’s unwavering support of Israel could affect his 2024 reelection chances; multiple polls show a vast majority of Democratic voters support a ceasefire.
Jewish Voice For Peace has organized dozens of protests across the nation calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and denouncing Biden’s policies. On Thursday, the group protested in front of the headquarters for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee in Midtown Manhattan; the pro-Israel lobbying group has contributed millions in donations to lawmakers in Congress.
What impact are these protests and movements having on U.S. foreign policy towards Israel
Stop Enabling Genocide” and “Biden’s Silence is Violence,” while chanting slogans such as “Free Palestine” and “End Apartheid Now.” The protest, organized by a coalition of Jewish New Yorkers and solidarity groups, aimed to draw attention to the ongoing violence and human rights abuses in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories.
As President Biden prepares to address the nation, these activists want to remind him that his administration’s support for Israel’s actions is complicit in the continued suffering of the Palestinian people. They argue that by providing military aid and diplomatic backing to Israel, the United States enables the Israeli government to carry out its systematic discrimination and oppression against Palestinians.
Many American Jews, who have historically been strong supporters of Israel, are now growing disillusioned with the country’s policies. They believe that the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians goes against the values of justice and equality that are central to Jewish teachings. These protesters argue that it is not anti-Semitic to criticize Israel’s actions; rather, it is a moral obligation to speak out against injustice.
The protest took place in the heart of Manhattan, outside 30 Rockefeller Center, where President Biden was scheduled to appear on Late Night with Seth Meyers. Activists intentionally chose this location to attract attention and send a powerful message. They want President Biden and the American public to be aware that their voices will not be silenced, and they demand a change in U.S. foreign policy towards Israel.
As the protest unfolded, tensions escalated, and clashes with law enforcement resulted in the arrest of hundreds of demonstrators. Reports indicate that the New York Police Department (NYPD) utilized force to disperse the crowd, leading to injuries among protesters. The arrests have drawn criticism from civil rights groups and advocates for free speech, who argue that peaceful protest is a fundamental right and should be respected.
This demonstration in Manhattan is just one of many similar protests taking place across the country. Since the recent escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas, the issue of Palestinian rights has gained increased attention and urgency. Activists and grassroots organizations are mobilizing to demand changes in U.S. policy and advocating for an end to the Israeli occupation.
President Biden’s administration has faced mounting pressure to take a more active role in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Many believe that the U.S. government, as a close ally of Israel, has a moral responsibility to use its influence to promote peace and protect the rights of all people in the region.
While the road to a just and lasting peace in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is complex, protests like the one in Manhattan serve as a reminder that the voices of those affected must be heard. As more people question the unquestionable support for Israel, it is crucial to have open discussions and prioritize human rights over political expediency.
Protesters in Manhattan sent a clear message to President Biden: the time for change is now. The hope is that the rally will spark dialogue, raise awareness, and ultimately lead to a more just and equitable resolution to the conflict.
In the end, it is up to the American people and their elected representatives to demand accountability and work towards a solution that respects the rights and dignity of all those affected by this long-standing conflict. Only through collective actions can we hope to see a future in which peace and justice prevail in the region.
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