President Trump claimed ignorance regarding the antisemitic connotations of “Shylock” after using the term at an Iowa rally to criticize certain bankers. His remarks, made while celebrating the 250th anniversary of the country, drew condemnation from Jewish organizations and figures, who highlighted the term’s historical association with negative stereotypes about Jewish people and greed.
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‘Never heard that’: Donald Trump says he’s unaware ‘shylock’ is considered anti-Semitic; faces backlash
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