- A New York City coffee shop, Poetica Coffee, is under investigation by the Department of Justice after posting a caustic message online about Representative Dan Goldman's views on Israel.
- The now-deleted post stated the shop would have turned Goldman away if they had recognized him, accusing him of enabling 'genocide' and refunding his purchase.
- The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division has opened an investigation, citing federal law prohibiting public accommodations from discriminating on the basis of race, religion, or national origin.
- Representative Goldman described the incident as a 'sad state of affairs,' noting a pleasant interaction with staff during his visit despite the shop's later online attack.
- The incident highlights the contentious debate around Israel's actions in Gaza, which is also a focal point in Goldman's upcoming primary challenge on June 23.
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