The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart: November 5, 2022
Nov 5, 2023
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Sec. of State Antony Blinken visits West Bank, Jonathan Greenblatt discusses rise in antisemitism, Senate Judiciary Committee to subpoena GOP megadonors for lavish gifts to Supreme Court justices
Secretary of State Blinken's visit to the West Bank highlights the US commitment to assistance and addressing violence by Jewish settlers against Palestinians.
The rise in anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in the US during the Israel-Hamas conflict underscores the need to combat hate and bigotry.
Deep dives
Secretary of State Blinken visits West Bank for humanitarian push
Secretary of State Anthony Blinken made a surprise visit to the occupied West Bank to meet with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. The visit aimed at reaffirming the United States' commitment to delivering humanitarian assistance and restoring essential services in Gaza. Despite the global call for a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the proposal until all Hamas-held hostages are released. The visit also addressed concerns about extremist violence by Jewish settlers against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank.
Rise of anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in the US
There has been a noticeable rise in anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in the United States, particularly during the Israel-Hamas conflict. FBI Director Christopher Wray acknowledged that the Jewish community is targeted by extremists across the spectrum, and the Council on American-Islamic Relations reported a spike in bias incidents and requests for help from Muslims. The situation is concerning, and efforts to combat hate and bigotry are crucial.
Senate Judiciary Committee plans to subpoena billionaires connected to Supreme Court gifts
The Senate Judiciary Committee, led by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, plans to subpoena Republican mega-donors, such as Harlan Crow and Leonard Leo, who have played a role in installing conservative justices on the Supreme Court. The committee is investigating reports of lavish gifts and trips accepted by Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito. The subpoenas aim to hold the justices accountable and shed light on potential ethical breaches.
Trump's civil fraud trial and the potential risks for his family business
Former President Donald Trump is set to testify in his civil fraud trial, where the Trump Organization faces a $250 million lawsuit. His daughter, Ivanka Trump, is also scheduled to take the stand. The trial poses significant risks for the Trump empire, and both testimonies will be closely watched. It remains to be seen how their testimonies will impact the ongoing legal battle and any potential implications for their business.
On this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart': Secretary of State Antony Blinken makes a surprise visit to the West Bank to meet with the President of the Palestinian Authority. Director of the Anti-Defamation League, Jonathan Greenblatt, joins the show to discuss the rise in antisemitism across the United States. Plus, the Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote to subpoena GOP megadonors who had a role in organizing and paying for lavish gifts for U.S. Supreme Court justices. Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse stops by to break it all down. All this and more on this week's episode of 'The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.
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