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President Donald Trump criticized Jewish voters in New York for supporting Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, calling them 'stupid' in a social media post during the mayoral election.
A faction of the Satmar Hasidic community unexpectedly endorsed Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor, causing internal community divisions and highlighting the complex political landscape within Brooklyn's Jewish communities, which are influential in local elections. The endorsement contrasts with other sects' support for Cuomo and reflects Mamdani's efforts to gain trust among Haredi voters, despite his controversial stance on Israel. The race remains competitive, with Cuomo still leading among Jewish voters.
Kamala Harris faces backlash from Jewish voters in Pennsylvania, a key swing state, due to her campaign's association with anti-Israel activists. This controversy threatens her chances in the upcoming election, as Jewish voters, historically Democratic, express concerns over her stance on antisemitism. The situation is particularly sensitive in Pittsburgh, where the Jewish community has faced violence, including the 2018 Tree of Life synagogue shooting. Harris' support among Jewish voters is reportedly at its lowest in decades, raising concerns about losing crucial votes.
Former President Donald Trump criticized Jewish voters who support Democrats, suggesting they should have their heads examined and accusing them of disloyalty to Israel. He has been intensifying efforts to win over Jewish voters, particularly in light of the conflict in Gaza. Trump has also framed the upcoming election as a referendum on Christian values, positioning himself as a defender of Christianity against the left. Meanwhile, President Biden has faced criticism within his own party for his handling of the Israel-Gaza conflict, with Trump accusing him of abandoning Israel.
Former President Donald J. Trump criticized Jewish voters who support Democrats, stating that "any Jewish person that votes for a Democrat or votes for Biden should have their head examined." This marks the third time in the last month that Trump has cast aspersions on Democrat-supporting Jewish voters, drawing criticism for reviving an antisemitic trope. Trump's comments have been condemned as divisive, with critics accusing him of using division and hate as political weapons while seeking power for himself.
Donald Trump criticized Jewish voters who support Joe Biden, framing the election as a test of Christianity's strength in the U.S. He accused Biden of losing control of the Israel situation and abandoning Israel, while emphasizing his support for conservative Christian values. Trump's remarks also touched on LGBTQ rights and abortion, positioning himself to the left of some Christian right activists on the latter issue. Biden's campaign condemned Trump's divisive rhetoric and emphasized the president's commitment to all Americans, including transgender individuals.
Former President Donald Trump criticized Jewish voters who support President Joe Biden, stating that they "should have their head examined." He framed the election as a referendum on Christianity's strength in the U.S. and emphasized his support for Israel and conservative Christian values. Trump also highlighted his stance on abortion, advocating for state control and not pursuing absolute bans, positioning himself to the left of some Christian right activists on this issue.
Senate Republicans offered mixed responses to Trump's recent comments about Jewish voters, with some criticizing and others appearing to agree with him. Trump's remarks invoked a trope about American Jews having divided loyalties between the U.S. and Israel, drawing criticism from some senators, including Mitt Romney, who called it "highly offensive." Meanwhile, Trump doubled down on his comments, while Democrats and Jewish leaders condemned his remarks as antisemitic.
Former President Donald Trump accused Jewish Democrats of hating their religion and Israel, claiming that they support the Democratic Party because it has turned into an anti-Israel, antisemitic, pro-terrorist group. These remarks, made on a conservative radio program, have been widely criticized as reviving and escalating an antisemitic trope.
In the upcoming special House election in New York, Republican nominee Mazi Pilip, an Israeli military veteran, has made the Israel-Hamas war a central focus of her campaign, resonating with Jewish voters rattled by the conflict. Her approach has propelled her into a close race with former Democratic congressman Tom Suozzi, turning the contest into a test of the impact of the conflict and rising anti-Israel sentiment on political alliances for suburban American Jews, traditionally a Democratic stronghold.
Donald Trump used the occasion of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, to blame "liberal Jews" for voting to destroy America and Israel. He made the comments on Truth Social, joking that he is "the greatest Anti-Semite of our time." Trump shared a flyer highlighting his record on Israel and pro-Jewish causes, but conveniently omitted his controversial statements and actions regarding Jewish people in the past. Despite his efforts, it is unlikely to sway Jewish voters, who traditionally vote overwhelmingly for Democrats, as a poll shows Biden leading Trump by 72 percent among Jewish voters.