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Shapiro Criticizes Harris: Antisemitism in Dual Loyalty Claims

1/25/2026

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro criticized Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, for asking if he had ever been an "agent of the Israeli government."
In an op-ed, James Kirchick argued that the dual-loyalty implication is antisemitic and that Shapiro's ties to Israel were misrepresented, reflecting a double standard among progressives.
The controversy underscores debates over Israel ties and continues to shape perceptions of Harris's team.

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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro criticized Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States, for asking if he had ever been an "agent of the Israeli government."
In an op-ed, James Kirchick argued that the dual-loyalty implication is antisemitic and that Shapiro's ties to Israel were misrepresented, reflecting a double standard among progressives.
The controversy underscores debates over Israel ties and continues to shape perceptions of Harris's team.