A group known for its controversial “awakening” campaign has recently made headlines for praising the assassination of Charlie Kirk. They described the act as “nice” and even implied that others might soon follow suit.
Recent court documents reveal that Ann Marie Bonpert, a key figure in this group, sent a flurry of threatening emails starting in late August.
In one email dated September 12, Bonpert expressed her sentiments, referencing earlier remarks made about Luigi Mangione, the individual accused of Kirk’s murder.
Within the documentation, it was noted that Bonpert sent a particularly unsettling message, mentioning how certain crimes could lead to imitation.
Interestingly, she shared a screenshot of an apparent text from her mother urging her to refrain from further communications.
Her mother’s message read, “Please don’t post/email any more,” adding that damage had already been done.
These emails might have breached previous court orders. Legal representatives have argued this could entail significant consequences, including potential prison time.
Authorities have reported at least one new harassment complaint stemming from Bonpert’s emails, as highlighted by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office.
Bonpert had been initially sued about a year ago by two lesbian bars in West Village, with claims she targeted them through a campaign filled with alarming threats.
In a recent court session, Judge James Dow had called for a mental health evaluation, but it seems he later decided to send Bonpert to a 12-week program instead.
Following her recent completion of that program, it was noted that she engaged in misconduct shortly thereafter, as highlighted by the prosecutor.
Shanahan’s detailed submission indicated that over 60 emails could violate previous court mandates, preventing Bonpert from contacting certain individuals.
In September, Bonpert mentioned her positive experiences with the Midtown community court, claiming she gained valuable insights.
However, some of her emails suggested a level of awareness regarding the inappropriateness of her actions. She expressed regret over the threats made against the LGBT community, shortly after celebrating Kirk’s murder.
Notably, Bonpert also indicated a peculiar belief of having a connection with the prosecutor involved in her case.
In an email sent early Sunday, she acknowledged her understanding of the inappropriate nature of her communications, expressing a desire to change.
Her lawyer, Gerard Lucciola, has not provided any comments regarding the situation.
In a surprising turn, Bonpert sent an email from her workplace account, making a grim statement directed at the prosecutor and a reporter, illustrating her troubling mindset.
After mounting inquiries, Bonpert attempted to clarify her previous remarks about Kirk, labeling them as “sarcasm” and claiming her statements were made to provoke.
She ended her message with a staunch denial of any intent to commit violence, stating emphatically, “As I said, God.”
