High-Profile Game
Daniel Penny, acquitted this week of killing Jordan Neely during a New York City subway confrontation, attended the Army-Navy football game near Washington, DC, on Saturday. The annual game is a major event in American sports, representing competition between branches of the armed forces. Penny joined Trump and JD Vance in a private suite, where they were seen interacting during the game.
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Acquittal Sparks Mixed Reactions
A Manhattan jury found Penny not guilty of criminally negligent homicide in the death of Jordan Neely. Neely, a homeless man with mental health struggles, was restrained in a chokehold by Penny during an altercation in May 2023. Prosecutors dropped a second-degree manslaughter charge after the jury was unable to agree on a verdict. The incident and trial divided public opinion, with some criticizing Penny as a vigilante and others defending his actions as protective of other passengers.
Ohio Senator JD Vance called Penny’s presence at the game an honor and criticized the New York District Attorney’s decision to prosecute him. Trump, preparing for his presidency, included Penny among a group of prominent conservatives attending the event. Other attendees included Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Tulsi Gabbard and Elon Musk.
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Civil Lawsuit
Despite the acquittal, Penny faces a civil lawsuit from Jordan Neely’s father, seeking damages for civil assault and battery. Penny’s lawyer described the lawsuit as a distraction.
FAQs
What was the verdict in Daniel Penny’s trial?
Daniel Penny was acquitted of criminally negligent homicide after a jury found insufficient evidence to convict him in the subway incident.
What issues did the Jordan Neely case highlight?
The case reignited debates on homelessness, mental health care and public transportation safety in New York City.
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