Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has shown support for New York City Marine veteran Daniel Penny, who is currently facing criminal charges related to the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man. According to witnesses and prosecutors, Neely had been causing disturbances and frightening individuals on the subway. Penny, a 24-year-old man, was arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court last Friday on charges of second-degree manslaughter due to his involvement in placing Neely into a chokehold that ultimately resulted in his death. The defense team for Penny argues that his actions were in self-defense and in the interest of protecting other passengers from harm.

Governor DeSantis voiced his support for Penny on Friday, sharing a fundraiser aimed at helping with Penny's legal fees. DeSantis praised Penny as a 'Good Samaritan,' pointing out that he was trying to protect himself and others. He also took the opportunity to criticize Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg as being 'pro-criminal' and 'Soros-funded.' In a tweet, DeSantis said, 'We must defeat the Soros-funded DAs, stop the Left's pro-criminal agenda, and take back the streets for law-abiding citizens. We stand with Good Samaritans like Daniel Penny. Let’s show this Marine... America’s got his back.'

The link within DeSantis' tweet led to a GiveSendGo page that had been created by Raiser & Kenniff, P.C., the law firm representing Penny in his case. The purpose of the fundraiser, as explained on the GiveSendGo description, is to 'raise funds to pay for Mr. Penny’s legal fees incurred from any criminal charges filed and any future civil lawsuits that may arise, as well as expenses related to his defense.' The page also reassured potential donors that all contributions would be appreciated, and any funds collected beyond what is needed for Penny's legal defense will be donated to a mental health advocacy program in New York City.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has shown support for New York City Marine veteran Daniel Penny, who is currently facing criminal charges related to the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man. According to witnesses and prosecutors, Neely had been causing disturbances and frightening individuals on the subway. Penny, a 24-year-old man, was arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court last Friday on charges of second-degree manslaughter due to his involvement in placing Neely into a chokehold that ultimately resulted in his death. The defense team for Penny argues that his actions were in self-defense and in the interest of protecting other passengers from harm.
Governor DeSantis voiced his support for Penny on Friday, sharing a fundraiser aimed at helping with Penny's legal fees. DeSantis praised Penny as a 'Good Samaritan,' pointing out that he was trying to protect himself and others. He also took the opportunity to criticize Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg as being 'pro-criminal' and 'Soros-funded.' In a tweet, DeSantis said, 'We must defeat the Soros-funded DAs, stop the Left's pro-criminal agenda, and take back the streets for law-abiding citizens. We stand with Good Samaritans like Daniel Penny. Let’s show this Marine... America’s got his back.'
The link within DeSantis' tweet led to a GiveSendGo page that had been created by Raiser &amp; Kenniff, P.C., the law firm representing Penny in his case. The purpose of the fundraiser, as explained on the GiveSendGo description, is to 'raise funds to pay for Mr. Penny’s legal fees incurred from any criminal charges filed and any future civil lawsuits that may arise, as well as expenses related to his defense.' The page also reassured potential donors that all contributions would be appreciated, and any funds collected beyond what is needed for Penny's legal defense will be donated to a mental health advocacy program in New York City.

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