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Michael Rapaport Calls Out NYC Safety Concerns After Wife's Assault

11/5/2025

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Michael Rapaport, actor, said his wife was groped and verbally assaulted in Midtown Manhattan between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., underscoring safety concerns in New York City.
The remarks aired on Bill Maher's Club Random podcast.
He criticized Zohran Mamdani, the mayoral frontrunner, for an unclear stance on Hamas and urged tougher crime measures.
He said women should not feel unsafe during daytime in the city.

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Michael Rapaport, actor, said his wife was groped and verbally assaulted in Midtown Manhattan between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., underscoring safety concerns in New York City.
The remarks aired on Bill Maher's Club Random podcast.
He criticized Zohran Mamdani, the mayoral frontrunner, for an unclear stance on Hamas and urged tougher crime measures.
He said women should not feel unsafe during daytime in the city.