Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Arrested During Senate Hearing Protest Over Gaza War

Ben & Jerry's co-founder Ben Cohen was arrested on May 14, 2025, at a Senate hearing in Washington D.C. during testimony by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Cohen staged a protest against the ongoing war in Gaza, shouting, "Congress kills poor kids in Gaza by buying bombs and pays for it by kicking kids off Medicaid in the U.S." Capitol Police officers intervened, arresting Cohen and leading him away from the hearing. Cohen's actions highlight growing public concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the perceived disparity in U.S. spending priorities. The arrest itself generated significant attention on social media, with many users sharing the video and discussing Cohen's protest and the broader issues it raises. The incident underscores the passion felt by some about the war and its impact on civilians.