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Kanye West Claims 'Done with Antisemitism' After Embassy Shooting

5/23/2025

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Kanye West declared on X that he is "done with antisemitism" in the wake of a shocking incident where two Israeli Embassy staff were shot in Washington, D.C. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, reportedly shouted "Free Palestine" during his arrest. Given West's troubled past with antisemitic comments and mental health issues, many fans are left questioning the sincerity of his statement.

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Kanye West declared on X that he is "done with antisemitism" in the wake of a shocking incident where two Israeli Embassy staff were shot in Washington, D.C. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, reportedly shouted "Free Palestine" during his arrest. Given West's troubled past with antisemitic comments and mental health issues, many fans are left questioning the sincerity of his statement.