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Ramona Singer Faces Backlash for Supporting Acquitted Chokehold Defender

5/11/2025

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Former Real Housewives of New York City star Ramona Singer is under fire for her support of Daniel Penny, who was acquitted in the death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old homeless Black man. Neely tragically lost his life after Penny placed him in a chokehold on a subway. Ramona's Instagram post featuring Penny has sparked outrage among many.

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Former Real Housewives of New York City star Ramona Singer is under fire for her support of Daniel Penny, who was acquitted in the death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old homeless Black man. Neely tragically lost his life after Penny placed him in a chokehold on a subway. Ramona's Instagram post featuring Penny has sparked outrage among many.