Controversial Gitmo Art Exhibit Closes After Snapchat Threat

John Jay College will be closing a controversial art exhibit on Monday — featuring paintings and sculptures created by Guantanamo detainees — after someone made a “threat” on Snapchat, officials said. The President’s Gallery, where the artwork is displayed, is one of several buildings that will be closed to outside visitors, according to Public Safety...

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