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Ben Shapiro's Independence Day Honor Sparks LGBTQ+ Protests

4/20/2025

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Transportation Minister Miri Regev has stirred controversy by naming Ben Shapiro, a polarizing Jewish-American commentator, as a torchbearer for Israel's 2025 Independence Day ceremony. His selection has ignited protests from LGBTQ+ advocates, while other honorees like released hostage Emily Damari and Olympic medalist Oren Smadja showcase a broader spectrum of representation.

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Transportation Minister Miri Regev has stirred controversy by naming Ben Shapiro, a polarizing Jewish-American commentator, as a torchbearer for Israel's 2025 Independence Day ceremony. His selection has ignited protests from LGBTQ+ advocates, while other honorees like released hostage Emily Damari and Olympic medalist Oren Smadja showcase a broader spectrum of representation.