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Protests against Jerry Seinfeld over Israel support

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Comedian Jerry Seinfeld has faced increasing backlash and disruptions due to his public support for Israel and his criticisms of the ‘Free Palestine’ movement. In September 2026, performers began withdrawing from the Commedia à La Carte festival in solidarity with Palestine, following Seinfeld’s inclusion as a headliner. This protest was linked to broader humanitarian concerns regarding the conflict in Gaza. ~~By October~~ In mid-October 2026, the controversy ~~moved to live performances in the United States. During~~ escalated during a ~~show~~ performance at the Chicago ~~Theatre, activists~~ Theatre. Activists from the Anti-War Committee Chicago and the US Palestinian Community Network (USPCN-Chicago) heckled Seinfeld, ~~labeling~~ accusing him of being a “genocide ~~apologist.”~~ apologist” and criticizing the use of American taxpayer money in the conflict. Seinfeld responded to the interruptions with sarcasm, mockingly stating, “Yes, I am a ~~pattern consistent with previous disruptions~~ racist. It is a genocide, I am into it.” He also joked that he ~~has faced since October 2023.~~ would find out the cost of the protesters' tickets and donate the money to Israel, before adding, “No I won’t, I’m keeping it.” Security personnel removed the demonstrators from the venue. The USPCN-Chicago stated that those defending Israel's actions in Gaza will continue to face opposition on Chicago stages.

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