NYC Councilwoman Arrested for Carrying Gun at Pro-Palestinian Rally: Politicians React
New York City councilwoman Inna Vernikov, a Republican representing Sheepshead Bay and Brighton Beach, was arrested for allegedly bringing a firearm to a pro-Palestinian rally at Brooklyn College. Despite having a concealed carry permit, Vernikov violated a city law prohibiting firearms at protests. She surrendered her weapon and permit to the police and was charged with criminal possession of a firearm. The incident is being investigated by the city council's Standards and Ethics Committee.