Ben & Jerry’s co-founder arrested for Gaza protest at US Senate hearing

Ben & Jerry’s co-founder, Ben Cohen, was arrested during a US Senate hearing while protesting against the Gaza blockade. He stood alongside activists who drowned his testimony in anti-vaccine rhetoric and called out Israel for starving Palestinians. Video footage shows him being taken away amid chaos. Both Cohen and seven others are charged with obstructing committee proceedings, carrying penalties including up to 90 days in jail or a $500 fine. The incident highlights the legal risks of speaking out against government actions, even by notable activists like the creators of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.