New York Man Indicted for Hate Crime Threats Against Jews, Police, and Federal Officials
QUEENS, N.Y. — A New York City man with a prior criminal record including sexual assault has been indicted on multiple charges after prosecutors revealed he posted explicit threats targeting Jewish individuals, New York City police officers, and federal officials on social media. Nathan White, 54, was arraigned Monday in Queens Supreme Court on charges of making a terroristic threat as a hate crime, making a terroristic threat, and aggravated harassment in the second degree, according to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz.
Authorities say the charges arise from a series of threatening posts White made in November on his X (formerly Twitter) account. In one message, White wrote, “Imma kill ALL you FILTHY Zionist!!! I CURSE ALL of YOU, and DEATH will come to YOU soon by ME MF!!!” In another, he boasted about physically assaulting an Israeli on a New York City subway, stating, “I BEAT THE SH??!! Out of an Israeli on the NYC subway, how REAL is THAT, HUH??? Jews, SMD!!!” He further threatened, “If I RUN into ANOTHER Israeli in NYC ALONE in the DARK, YOU ARE DEAD MF!!! FACTS!!!” and declared, “Israel, the Zionist, the Jews MUST pay with their LIVES for their BARBARISM people, FACTS!!!”
The posts, which have since been removed, prompted an investigation by the New York Police Department, which arrested White on November 10. At the time of his arrest, White was homeless and residing in a men’s shelter, according to reports.
District Attorney Katz condemned the threats amid a troubling rise in antisemitic incidents nationwide. “At a time when antisemitic vitriol is rising at an alarming rate, we know that words of hate often escalate into real-world violence,” she said. “This defendant has now been indicted on felony hate crime charges and I thank our law enforcement partners in the NYPD for their work on this case.”
White faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted on the top charge. His next court appearance is scheduled for February 19. His prior criminal history includes a 1987 conviction for sexual assault.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about the use of social media platforms to spread hate and incite violence. The U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division continues to prioritize investigations into hate crimes, especially those targeting religious and ethnic minorities. The NYPD’s Hate Crimes Task Force, which assisted in this case, works closely with federal agencies to monitor and respond to threats against vulnerable communities.
Advocates emphasize the importance of vigilance and reporting suspicious or threatening behavior online. The Federal Bureau of Investigation encourages the public to submit tips regarding hate crimes and threats to law enforcement.
As antisemitic incidents have surged across the United States in recent years, including violent attacks and harassment, authorities are increasingly focused on prevention and prosecution. The Anti-Defamation League, a leading organization tracking hate crimes, reports a significant uptick in antisemitic acts, underscoring the need for coordinated efforts between communities and law enforcement.
White’s indictment serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by extremist rhetoric and the critical role of legal accountability in combating hate-fueled violence.
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