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Nika Soon-Shiong, Daughter of LA Times Owner, Confirms Non-Endorsement of Kamala Harris Over Gaza Conflict Stance

Oct 26, 2024, 07:04 PM

Nika Soon-Shiong, daughter of Los Angeles Times owner Patrick Soon-Shiong, has stated that the newspaper's decision not to endorse Kamala Harris for president was influenced by Harris's support for Israel during its ongoing conflict in Gaza. In her remarks, Soon-Shiong emphasized that the family collectively decided against endorsing any presidential candidate, marking her first involvement in the endorsement process. She expressed concerns over the implications of U.S. financial support for Israel amidst the violence in Gaza, describing the situation as crossing a moral line. This statement has sparked discussions regarding the intersection of media, politics, and foreign policy, particularly in light of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region.