Fri Sep 20 05:24:03 UTC 2024: ## Trump Calls on Jewish Voters to “Break the Curse” of Democratic Party

**Washington, DC** – Former President Donald Trump addressed the Israeli American Council (IAC) National Summit on Thursday, urging Jewish voters to break what he described as the “curse” of the Democratic Party and increase his share of their vote to over 40%. Trump cited his record on Israel and the Jewish community, including moving the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem, as a reason for Jewish voters to support him.

Trump expressed disappointment over his support from Jewish voters, which he claimed rose only from 25% to 29% (or 30.5% according to the Republican Jewish Coalition) between 2016 and 2020. He stated that while his current polling shows him at 40% of the Jewish vote, it’s not enough. “I did all of these things, and I only got 29%,” Trump said. “So I wasn’t treated right. … You haven’t been treated right.”

Trump emphasized that Jewish voters, though a smaller demographic, could significantly impact the election, particularly in swing states like Pennsylvania and Nevada. He warned that a lack of Jewish support could lead to his defeat. “40% is not acceptable. Because we have an election to win,” Trump stated.

During his speech, Trump also made controversial remarks about the Democratic Party and its perceived anti-Israel stance. He accused Vice President Kamala Harris of “hating” Israel and claimed that an election victory for her would lead to Israel’s “eradication.” He also referred to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer as “Hamas all the way” for his recent criticism of Israel.

While the crowd at the IAC summit was supportive of Trump’s claims, his comments have drawn criticism from mainstream media outlets and left-leaning organizations, with some calling them shocking or even antisemitic. Despite Trump’s strong ties to Israel and his efforts to address antisemitism on college campuses, his rhetoric has been met with mixed reactions within the Jewish community.

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