US Comedian Reginald D Hunter Prosecuted in UK for Offensive Social Media Posts

American comedian Reginald D Hunter is facing a private prosecution in the UK over alleged antisemitic social media posts directed at pro-Israeli activist Heidi Bachram. He is charged with three counts of sending offensive communications on different occasions last year, including a computer-generated sexual image and tweets containing hateful language. Hunter failed to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, leading to a warrant for his attendance on July 7. The prosecution is brought by the Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA), which works to combat antisemitism through legal enforcement and education. Hunter, known for his appearances on British comedy panel shows and frequent UK tours, was scheduled to perform in London on July 6, where his legal team may serve him the court summons. The case highlights ongoing concerns about hate speech and the legal accountability of public figures for their statements on social media.