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Trump Criticizes Harris, Blames Jews and Democrats for Potential Election Loss

Sep 20, 2024, 03:57 PM

Former President Donald Trump, speaking at a 'Combatting Antisemitism Summit' in Washington, asserted that Vice President Kamala Harris has ignored the increasing antisemitism in the United States. Trump also claimed that Jewish Americans would be partially to blame if he loses the upcoming election, and that Democrats have a 'hold or curse' on them, a statement that has drawn criticism from various quarters. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) condemned Trump's remarks, stating that blaming American Jews for a potential election loss only alienates them further. Representative Mike Lawler defended Trump's comments on CNN, while other critics accused Trump of weaponizing antisemitism for political gain.