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Senator Grills Trump Nominee on White Nationalism Views

2/13/2026

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Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) confronted Jeremy Carl, the nominee for assistant secretary of state of U.S. President Donald Trump, about his pro-white nationalist posts.
Murphy pressed Carl to define "white identity" and its perceived threats in America.
Carl cited cultural differences, such as churches and food, but struggled to articulate his views.
The exchange underscores tensions on race and identity in the United States.

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Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) confronted Jeremy Carl, the nominee for assistant secretary of state of U.S. President Donald Trump, about his pro-white nationalist posts.
Murphy pressed Carl to define "white identity" and its perceived threats in America.
Carl cited cultural differences, such as churches and food, but struggled to articulate his views.
The exchange underscores tensions on race and identity in the United States.