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Orthodox Jewish Passenger Sues United Airlines Over Alleged Forcible Removal From Restroom

Yisroel Liebb, 20, claims a United pilot dragged him out of the lavatory mid-flight, made antisemitic remarks, and caused physical and emotional harm, leading to a lawsuit against the airline and government agencies.

  • Yisroel Liebb alleges that a United Airlines pilot forcibly removed him from the restroom mid-flight, exposing him to other passengers while his pants were down.
  • The lawsuit claims the pilot made an antisemitic remark, stating, 'This is how Jews act,' during the incident.
  • Liebb and his seatmate, Jacob Sebbag, were detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents upon landing but were released without charges after missing their connecting flight.
  • The lawsuit states that Liebb suffered injuries to his head and legs during the altercation, and both he and Sebbag experienced wrist pain from tight handcuffs.
  • The legal action names United Airlines, the Department of Homeland Security, the TSA, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection as defendants, seeking financial compensation for alleged mistreatment and injuries.
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