U.S. prosecutors charge a New York woman, Catherine Beth Washburn, with using cryptocurrency to fund alleged Palestinian extremist activity. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Washburn made multiple cryptocurrency transfers—reported as about 80 transactions totaling roughly $30,116—sent to an account associated with a Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) fighter. The DOJ also alleges that Washburn led or supported a radical extremist group. Prosecutors further say Washburn expressed support for the Oct. 7 attacks, including a statement wishing “every day were Oct. 7,” which is cited in the complaint.
The Jerusalem Post and Fox News both describe the same core allegations: Washburn’s use of cryptocurrency to send money connected to PIJ and the reported number and approximate value of transfers. Both accounts attribute the key details to the DOJ charging documents and press reporting. The cases discussed are at the charging stage; the outlets do not report convictions, and no additional evidence beyond the allegations is presented in the provided material.
