Darializa Avila Chevalier, the Democratic candidate for New York’s congressional seat currently held by Rep. Adriano Espaillat, was arrested on Thursday while participating in a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Prime Minister was in New York to address the United Nations General Assembly, an event that drew significant demonstrations from various groups.

Reports indicate that Avila Chevalier was part of a larger group of approximately 250 protesters who gathered to voice opposition to the Prime Minister’s policies and his presence in the city. While the specific charges against the candidate have not been detailed in initial reports, her arrest occurred amidst a broader law enforcement operation to manage the crowds surrounding the UN summit. Avila Chevalier is widely expected to win her upcoming general election after successfully defeating incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat in the Democratic primary earlier this year.

The circumstances surrounding the arrests remain limited, as outlets have focused primarily on the political identity of the candidate rather than the specific actions that led to police intervention. There is currently no information regarding the legal status of the protesters or whether they remain in custody. The protest reflects ongoing tensions regarding the conflict in Gaza and the diplomatic reception of Israeli leadership in the United States.