As US seeks Gaza donor’s extradition, wife warns of ‘terrifying precedent’

Author: Graham KeeleyPublished on: September 2, 2026Country: Spain

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As US seeks Gaza donor’s extradition, wife warns of ‘terrifying precedent’

James 'Fergie' Chambers, a wealthy American donor to Palestinian causes, faces extradition from Spain to the US over alleged financial support for Hamas. He was arrested in Ibiza while searching for a school for his son. US authorities allege he transferred $7.5 million to Tunisia, which was used to support the Palestinian armed group. His wife, Stella Schnabel, describes the situation as 'political persecution' and notes that this extradition effort is unprecedented for a US citizen accused of supporting Hamas.

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