Jamaal Bowman Criticizes White Supremacy Following Daniel Penny Acquittal

Outgoing congressman addresses racial injustice in a controversial open letter after Penny's not guilty verdict in Jordan Neely case.

Rep. Jamaal Bowman, D-N.Y., directed a message to 'White people' in a lengthy online post, expressing frustration over systemic racism and white supremacy.
Bowman's comments followed the acquittal of Daniel Penny, who was charged in the death of Jordan Neely, a Black homeless man restrained on a New York subway in 2023.
The congressman highlighted historical and recent cases of violence against Black individuals, contrasting them with perceived disparities in accountability for White perpetrators.
Critics, including public figures and social media users, labeled Bowman’s post as divisive and racially charged, sparking significant backlash online.
Bowman, who recently lost his primary election, has faced previous controversies, including a fire alarm incident in the Capitol and accusations of race-based rhetoric.