DOJ probes coffee shop chain in New York after it bars pro-Israel US lawmaker

The Justice Department has initiated an investigation into a New York coffee shop chain for allegedly refusing service to pro-Israel U.S. Representative Dan Goldman, sparking concerns over potential discrimination and civil rights violations. This probe underscores the ongoing scrutiny of businesses' adherence to anti-discrimination laws, especially amid heightened political tensions. The outcome could set a significant precedent for how businesses handle political affiliations and the broader implications for free speech and civil rights in the U.S.