A Brooklyn coffee shop, Poetica Coffee in Williamsburg, refused service to Congressman Dan Goldman, citing his perceived support for Israel and alleging funds used for his purchase originated with AIPAC. The shop publicly accused Goldman of enabling genocide. This action follows controversial remarks made by New York City Council Member Mamdani, who recently referred to AIPAC as “monsters.” The coffee shop’s decision has sparked debate regarding the intersection of political views and business practices. Goldman, who is Jewish, criticized the incident as antisemitic. The incident highlights growing tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its impact on political discourse within the United States. The coffee shop has defended its stance as a protest against what it views as complicity in violence.