Alec Baldwin, known for his upcoming involuntary manslaughter trial related to the ‘Rust’ on-set shooting, found himself in another controversial situation recently. The actor was caught on camera smacking a phone out of an anti-Israel protester’s hand at a coffee shop in New York City.

The incident occurred as the woman demanded Baldwin to say ‘Free Palestine’ and questioned him about the ‘Rust’ trial, accusing him of causing a death without facing jail time. This clash comes amidst claims from ‘Rust’ prosecutors that Baldwin struggles to control his emotions, with reports of him screaming and cursing on set.

Legal experts have weighed in on the situation, noting that Baldwin’s actions may not bode well for his upcoming trial. While some believe the incident may not be admissible as evidence, there are concerns about the image Baldwin is portraying leading up to the court proceedings.

With the involuntary manslaughter trial looming, Baldwin’s behavior is under scrutiny, with suggestions that he needs to be more cautious in his actions to avoid further complicating his legal situation.