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Rising Antisemitism: GOP Leaders Criticize Carlson, Defend Vance

3/13/2026

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At a Republican Jewish Coalition symposium, speakers criticized Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens for antisemitic conspiracy theories.
Senator Ted Cruz called Carlson the single-most dangerous demagogue and warned of rising antisemitism among young Republicans.
Despite this, Vice President JD Vance faced no direct criticism, drawing skepticism about his stance on Carlson.
Norm Coleman, RJC chair, defended Vance, saying he supports Israel, as attendees fear Carlson's rise could push anti-Israel sentiment.

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At a Republican Jewish Coalition symposium, speakers criticized Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens for antisemitic conspiracy theories.
Senator Ted Cruz called Carlson the single-most dangerous demagogue and warned of rising antisemitism among young Republicans.
Despite this, Vice President JD Vance faced no direct criticism, drawing skepticism about his stance on Carlson.
Norm Coleman, RJC chair, defended Vance, saying he supports Israel, as attendees fear Carlson's rise could push anti-Israel sentiment.