Daniel Penny's Defense Fund Skyrockets After Jordan Neely's Death

Daniel Penny, an ex-Marine charged with killing Jordan Neely on a New York City subway, has received support and donations from right-wing political figures and groups, including a campaign that raised over $1.8 million for his legal defense. Republican politicians such as Ron DeSantis and Matt Gaetz have praised Penny, while left-wing figures such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have called for his arrest. Political analysts note that Penny has become symbolic of a "macho" and "tough, take-action, hold-your-ground" ethos that appeals to a conservative segment of the country.