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Chappelle Sparks Controversy: Empathy for Palestinians and Jews
2/16/2025
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- Dave Chappelle took the stage as host of "Saturday Night Live" on January 18, navigating restrictions on discussing transgender topics and Gaza. He called for empathy towards displaced Palestinians, stirring emotions. At a San Francisco show, he controversially urged, "Give the Jews a break, free Palestine," as the crowd surprisingly rallied behind Trump.
