Ben & Jerry's co-founder arrested after Senate Gaza protest
Summary
Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, was arrested during a protest at the US Senate against military aid to Israel and the situation in Gaza. He was charged with a minor legal offense, while six other protesters were also arrested with more severe charges. Ben & Jerry's, known for its social and political activism, has had ongoing disagreements with its parent company, Unilever.Key Facts
- Ben Cohen was arrested during a protest in the US Senate about military aid to Israel and conditions in Gaza.
- Cohen was charged with a misdemeanour, often related to civil disobedience.
- Six other protesters were arrested with charges including assaulting a police officer.
- The protest took place during a hearing where Robert F Kennedy Jr was testifying.
- Ben & Jerry's is known for supporting social and political causes, such as LGBTQ+ rights and climate change.
- Ben & Jerry's was bought by Unilever in 2000 but retains an independent board to uphold its values.
- There are ongoing legal disputes between Ben & Jerry's and Unilever, partly due to political disagreements.
- Unilever stated that Ben Cohen's activism is his own and not on behalf of Ben & Jerry's or Unilever.
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