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Hasan Piker's Controversial Comments Split Democratic Party

4/2/2026

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Hasan Piker, a far-left Twitch streamer, divides the Democratic Party.
Some Democrats back him.
Others condemn his rhetoric as antisemitic and anti-American.
His past comments include "America deserved 9/11."
Democratic candidates such as Dr. Abdul El-Sayed have campaigned with him, drawing criticism from party members and the Anti-Defamation League for legitimizing his platform.

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Story summary

Hasan Piker, a far-left Twitch streamer, divides the Democratic Party.
Some Democrats back him.
Others condemn his rhetoric as antisemitic and anti-American.
His past comments include "America deserved 9/11."
Democratic candidates such as Dr. Abdul El-Sayed have campaigned with him, drawing criticism from party members and the Anti-Defamation League for legitimizing his platform.