Trump Compares US Antisemitism to 1938 Germany
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
US President Donald Trump drew a parallel between current antisemitism in the US and "Germany in 1938," citing FBI data on hate crimes targeting Jews. His comments came after the anniversary of Kristallnacht and a controversial boycott event in Philadelphia. Trump also discussed his administration's actions against campus antisemitism and expressed surprise at Jewish voters' support for a Democrat critical of Israel. He claimed high approval among Israelis, despite recent polls indicating otherwise.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Donald Trump compared current US antisemitism to "Germany in 1938" and cited rising hate crimes.
- FBI data shows Jews were targets in 63% of US religion-based hate crimes last year.
- Trump's remarks followed the 88th anniversary of Kristallnacht and a Philadelphia boycott event.
- He criticized universities for antisemitism and highlighted his administration's actions.
- Trump expressed surprise at Jewish voters supporting a Democrat critical of Israel in Michigan.
- He claimed a 99% approval rating in Israel, contradicting recent survey data.
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