DOJ Investigates Mamdani Over Antisemitism Concerns

DOJ and DHS Launch Investigations

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani due to allegations of unequal treatment towards Jewish residents. Concerns over rising antisemitism in New York City have been growing. A DOJ letter demands answers regarding these issues.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is also conducting an investigation. It involves a nonprofit with connections to Mayor Mamdani, potentially channeling donor funds to a sanctioned Palestinian group. This report has been detailed by the New York Post.

Nonprofit and Financial Concerns

The nonprofit under scrutiny is a U.K.-based organization known as PFF. Federal authorities are examining its $100 million funding which is reportedly supporting anti-Israel activities. Additionally, suspicions have arisen about contributions to Al-Haq, a U.S.-sanctioned Palestinian group.

A new fund set up by Arabs across the U.S., U.K., and Australia has been built to take on Israel, a source noted.

Key Figures and Links

Bassema Yousef, a pivotal figure in PFF’s fundraising efforts, is highlighted. Born in New York, she aligns with Mamdani and contributes significantly as a Democratic donor. Now residing in London, Yousef’s social media depicts strong anti-Israel sentiments.

Sources mention that Yousef initiated PFF with help from affluent backers: Basil Qunibi and motorsports magnate Yasser Shahin. Shahin’s involvement is confirmed via U.K. corporate documents. The IRS indicated that PFF operates a nonprofit arm in Delaware.

Official Statements and Reactions

Despite the ongoing investigations, DHS has not released comments to Fox News Digital. Their spokesperson refrained from discussing specific investigations and methods.

The PFF maintains that it forms strategic partnerships to further objectives centered around justice, peace, and non-violence.