Satmar Rebbe Aharon Teitelboim expressed the opinion that US vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris could pose a threat to Jewish communities.
The Telegram channel “Men in Black” writes about this.
The head of one of the two branches of the largest Hasidic movement in the United States openly supported Donald Trump, which was the result of meetings between the Rebbe and representatives of his campaign headquarters. It is noteworthy that, despite supporting Trump, Satmar Hasidim continue to vote for Democratic candidates in other elections, including local and congressional elections.
This news could be a turning point for the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in the United States, since Democrats have traditionally had the support of this group. Until recently, Rabbi Aharon Teitelboim was known for his skepticism toward Trump, arguing that “Trumpism has distorted the views of many Jews.”
However, the US Satmar Hasidic court, divided into two groups, so far shows an ambiguous attitude towards the candidates: another group, led by Rabbi Zalman Leib Teitelboim, has not yet decided on an official position on Trump, although it is This part of the movement may soon express its support.
The influence of Satmar Hasidim in the United States is great: about 26 thousand families are actively involved in the community and their support can influence the election of many Jewish voters. Democratic politicians such as Senator Chuck Schumer have already begun actively reaching out to other influential rabbis to support Harris.
What is particularly interesting is that the anti-Zionist, but not radical, wing of Satmar Hasidim has decided to distance itself from Harris, noting that some of her supporters hold anti-Israel views, often disguised as anti-Zionism.
Previously, Cursor reported on the chances of Trump and Harris winning the US election.
