Former President Donald Trump used a speech on anti-Semitism to criticize Jewish-American voters for heavily supporting the Democratic party, claiming those who back Vice President Kamala Harris need to “have their head examined.” Trump, speaking at an event organized by Miriam Adelson, received backlash for stereotyping Jewish voters solely based on their stance on Israel issues. Critics, including the CEO of the Jewish Democratic Council of America, accused Trump of perpetuating anti-Semitic tropes by dividing Jewish voters into “good” and “bad” camps and labeling those who disagree with him as crazy or disloyal. Despite claiming to be the best friend Jewish-Americans have ever had in the White House, Trump faced criticism for downplaying the significance of the Medal of Honor and suggesting that it is inferior to the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which Adelson received from him. Later in the day, Trump was scheduled to speak at an Israeli-American Council event. The event took a somber turn as the owner of a Brooklyn deli where Trump had planned to visit passed away. Trump’s comments at the event highlighted his focus on Israel-related issues and his frustrations with Jewish-American voters who do not support him.
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Donald Trump condemns Jewish-Americans for failure to support his candidacy
