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Bipartisan Backlash: Jeremy Carl Defends Controversial Remarks

2/13/2026

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Jeremy Carl, nominated for a top State Department position, faces bipartisan opposition over racist, sexist, and antisemitic remarks.
Republican Sen. John Curtis says he will not support Carl, citing anti-Israel views.
At a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, Carl acknowledged regrettable Holocaust remarks but defended his race views, claiming he echoed President Donald Trump's unity stance.
The White House maintains Carl remains the nominee.

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Jeremy Carl, nominated for a top State Department position, faces bipartisan opposition over racist, sexist, and antisemitic remarks.
Republican Sen. John Curtis says he will not support Carl, citing anti-Israel views.
At a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, Carl acknowledged regrettable Holocaust remarks but defended his race views, claiming he echoed President Donald Trump's unity stance.
The White House maintains Carl remains the nominee.