Mamdani allies arrested blocking traffic ahead of Netanyahu's UN speech
Allies of Mamdani were arrested for blocking traffic during a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu near the UN.
Darializa Avila Chevalier, center, joined dozens of elected officials and celebrities blocking First Avenue. The mayor said he would not be attending any demonstrations against the Israeli prime minister.
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