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CA state senator physically, verbally harassed at pride parade for Israel stance

Wiener said he left the march after people confronted and physically intimidated him over his stance on Gaza and Israel.

CA state senator physically, verbally harassed at pride parade for Israel stance
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This article1 analysis · Oct 5, 2026
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California state Sen. Scott Wiener said he was physically and verbally harassed at San Francisco’s Trans March and left because he could not safely remain. San Francisco’s mayor and state Senate Democrats condemned the conduct.

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California state senator who said he was harassed at the San Francisco Trans March

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ALSO MENTIONED  Daniel Lurie, San Francisco mayor who condemned the harassment

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Scott Wiener Confronted at San Francisco Trans March Over Gaza Stance

Scott Wiener left San Francisco’s Trans March after demonstrators confronted him over his position on Israel and Gaza. Left-leaning outlets center Wiener’s experience and raise concerns about antisemitism and safety. Right-leaning outlets also report harassment and condemnation, while Twitchy additionally criticizes Wiener’s policy positions.

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