Relative of Extremist Rabbi Arrested for Assault at NYC Protest
Reuven Kahane, linked to controversial Rabbi Meir Kahane, faces charges after allegedly driving into a pro-Palestinian rally.
- Reuven Kahane, a 57-year-old real estate developer, was charged with felony assault following an incident involving pro-Palestinian protesters in New York.
- The altercation occurred near homes of Columbia and Barnard College trustees, intensifying tensions amidst ongoing demonstrations.
- Kahane's family ties to Meir Kahane, a radical figure assassinated in 1990, highlighted by protesters and media in the context of the attack.
- Legal representatives assert Kahane's innocence, citing the complexity of the case and disputing the intent behind his actions.
- The incident has sparked broader discussions on the legacy of Meir Kahane’s ideologies and their impact on contemporary conflicts.