Colorado Flamethrower Attack Injures 12, Suspect Charged Hate Crime

Michael Rapaport, known for his role on Friends, expressed deep concern and frustration about the lack of support for Jewish people following a violent flamethrower attack on a pro-Israel march in Boulder, Colorado, that injured 12 demonstrators. On his podcast, Rapaport warned Jewish communities that "the cavalry ain't coming," highlighting feelings of alienation and abandonment despite his past advocacy for other marginalized groups such as Black Lives Matter and women's rights. The attacker, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national who overstayed his visa, was arrested and charged with federal hate crimes and attempted murder. Rapaport emphasized the rising antisemitic violence in the U.S., noting that many who once rallied for other causes have remained silent on recent attacks against Jews and Zionists. The Boulder attack followed a series of violent incidents, including the killing of two Israeli diplomats in Washington, D.C., underscoring heightened tensions and threats against Jewish people and supporters of Israel. Rapaport's remarks reflect broader concerns about societal support and safety for Jewish Americans amidst ongoing geopolitical and domestic unrest.