New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's claim that he can arrest Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu has been met with swift dismissal from experts.
A recent segment discussing the matter highlighted the reasons why Mamdani's claims are unfounded.
Legal analyst Elie Honig pointed out that all aspects of foreign policy and diplomacy are handled by the federal government, not local jurisdictions.
He also noted that the arrest warrant in question is from a body that is not recognized by the United States, further undermining Mamdani's assertion.
The panelists on the segment couldn't help but laugh at the absurdity of Mamdani's claims, with Honig stating that it is "utterly RIDICULOUS" for the mayor to suggest he has the authority to order Netanyahu's arrest.
The mayor's lack of law enforcement authority was also emphasized, with Honig stating that the mayor does not tell the Manhattan DA or NYPD who to arrest or indict.
Despite the overwhelming evidence against his claim, Mamdani's intentions remain unclear, with some speculating that the move is motivated by his personal animosity towards Israel and its supporters.
The situation serves as a reminder that being the mayor of New York City does not confer the same level of power as the President of the United States.
