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Vance Defends Approach to Antisemitism in Remarks to Jewish Conservatives

In private remarks, Vice President JD Vance explained why he engages with some influencers accused of antisemitism. He also urged the audience to help articulate why a strong relationship with Israel is in America’s interest.

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Vice President JD Vance at The White House in July.

JD Vance Called Michigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed ‘Evil’ in Speech

1 September 2026 at 15:13
Vice President JD Vance also told Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan’s Democratic Senate nominee, to “keep my wife’s name the hell out of your mouth.”

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Vice President JD Vance’s remarks at a campaign rally on Monday appeared aimed at stoking tensions in Michigan’s Jewish community over Dr. El-Sayed’s nomination.
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