Rocky Bucano

Rocky Bucano promoted an antisemitic conspiracy theory, expressed support for violent protests on the Israeli-Gaza border, and spread hatred of Israel.

As of January 2026, Bucano was listed as a member of the transition team for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, serving on the Arts & Culture Committee.

Mamdani has called for dismantling capitalism and promoted hatred of the police. He has also justified Hamas terrorism and glorified terror supporters. On his first day as mayor, he revoked executive orders designed to combat antisemitism, including increased police protection at synagogues, and nullified a ban on city officials to boycott Israel.

As of January 2026, Bucano's LinkedIn said he was the founder and chief executive officer at the Hip Hop Museum, slated to open in 2026. His LinkedIn said he was located in the Bronx, New York.

On May 15, 2018, during the "March of Return" protests, Bucano posted on Facebook: "...I am appalled at how his White House is mishandling the Palestinian carnage that is happening right now in Gaza. Turning a blind eye to the brute force being carried out by Israel against young stone throwers is reprehensible."

Throughout 2018, Hamas organized and funded the “March of Return” riots where tens of thousands of Palestinians approached the Israel-Gaza border, attempting to breach Israel’s security fence. They sent explosive devices into Israel, shot firearms and threw projectiles at Israeli soldiers, necessitating the use of live fire in response.

One Hamas leader declared: “We will take down the border and we will tear out their hearts from their bodies.” The riots intended to highlight the “right of return,” a Palestinian demand long discredited as a way to destroy Israel.

Although romanticized as a form of “popular resistance,” rock throwing remains a deadly form of violence.

Rocky Bucano

Promoting an Antisemitic Conspiracy Theory

Expressing Support for Violent Protests

Hatred of Israel

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