Trump says Schumer ‘is a Palestinian,’ ‘not Jewish anymore’
President Donald Trump made headlines once again with controversial comments during a meeting with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martiny in the Oval Office. Trump took aim at Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, accusing him of betraying his Jewish heritage by becoming “a Palestinian.”
During his first address to Congress last week, Trump criticized Democrats for their behavior, singling out Schumer in particular. In a stunning remark, Trump told reporters, “Schumer is a Palestinian as far as I’m concerned. You know, he’s become a Palestinian. He used to be Jewish. He’s not Jewish anymore. He’s a Palestinian.”
The meeting between Trump and Martiny covered a range of topics, but Trump’s inflammatory comments about Schumer quickly overshadowed the discussion. The President’s remarks sparked immediate backlash, with many criticizing him for using sensitive cultural and religious identities as political ammunition.
This latest controversy comes amid a tumultuous political climate, as tensions between Democrats and Republicans continue to escalate. Schumer has not yet responded to Trump’s comments, but the backlash on social media has been swift and fierce.
As this story continues to develop, it’s clear that Trump’s divisive rhetoric is once again at the forefront of the national conversation. Stay tuned for updates on this developing news story.
This article was written by Danielle Wallace, a breaking news and politics reporter at Fox News Digital. For story tips or inquiries, you can reach out to Danielle at danielle.wallace@fox.com or follow her on X at @danimwallace.
