Cohen was charged with a misdemeanor for obstructing the proceedings, a common charge applied in civil disobedience cases within the Capitol. A video posted online depicted the moment he was escorted from the building with his hands restrained, where he expressed his sentiments about the U.S. government's role in the Gaza crisis.

In addition to Cohen, six other protesters were arrested, facing more serious accusations, including the assault of law enforcement personnel. The protests coincided with a testimony from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., further underscoring the tensions surrounding U.S. involvement in international conflicts.

Ben & Jerry's has a longstanding reputation for advocating for various social and political issues since its inception in 1978 by Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. The company, now owned by Unilever, has often engaged in activism, ranging from LGBTQ+ rights to climate change initiatives. However, relations between Ben & Jerry's and Unilever have become strained, particularly since the ice cream brand decided to cease sales in the West Bank in 2021, leading to ongoing legal disputes.

In response to Cohen's actions, Unilever clarified that while Cohen is an activist, his views do not reflect those of the company itself. The tensions have ramped up again this year as Ben & Jerry's has continued to call for conflict resolution regarding the violence in Gaza.

As the situation unfolds, the future of Ben & Jerry's activism and its ongoing legal battles with Unilever remain to be seen.