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Governor Hochul Rejects Mayor-Elect's Netanyahu Arrest Plan

12/6/2025

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul stated that Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani cannot arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, distancing herself from Mamdani's anti-Israel stance.
Mamdani plans to arrest Netanyahu based on an International Criminal Court warrant but faces legal challenges due to U.S. law prohibiting local cooperation with the court.
Hochul criticized Mamdani's positions and expressed support for legislation to prevent protests outside houses of worship after a controversial demonstration last month.
Mamdani will take office on January 1, 2024.

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul stated that Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani cannot arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, distancing herself from Mamdani's anti-Israel stance.
Mamdani plans to arrest Netanyahu based on an International Criminal Court warrant but faces legal challenges due to U.S. law prohibiting local cooperation with the court.
Hochul criticized Mamdani's positions and expressed support for legislation to prevent protests outside houses of worship after a controversial demonstration last month.
Mamdani will take office on January 1, 2024.