Far-right pro-Israel group Betar US to end activity in New York: NY AG says

Al JazeeraCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by Brian OsgoodJanuary 14, 2026 at 08:56 AM

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New York Attorney General Letitia James announced a settlement with the far-right pro-Israel group Betar US, leading to the gradual shutdown of its New York operations. The settlement follows an investigation that found Betar US engaged in "widespread persecution" of Muslim, Arab, Palestinian, and Jewish New Yorkers. The group is accused of bias-motivated harassment and violence intended to silence free expression and target individuals based on their identity. Betar US gained notoriety for its aggressive tactics against pro-Palestinian activists, including surveillance and harassment. As part of the agreement, Betar US is seeking to dissolve its non-profit status, cease harassing individuals exercising their constitutional rights, and faces a $50,000 penalty for violations.

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Israel 30% Columbia University 40% United States ×240% Zohran Mamdani 40% Gaza ×250% New York Attorney General 60% New York ×570% Letitia James ×380% Betar US ×690%

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betar us 100% pro-israel group 80% harassment 70% pro-palestinian activists 70% far-right 60% new york attorney general 60% violence 50% settlement 50% free expression 40%