Kanye West Renounces Antisemitism Amid D.C. Jewish Embassy Shooting Fallout

Kanye West, also known as Ye, publicly renounced antisemitism in May 2025, expressing remorse and a desire to 'share peace' following widespread backlash over his antisemitic remarks and his song "Heil Hitler," which glorifies Adolf Hitler and was removed from most streaming platforms. His apology, inspired by a FaceTime call with his children, included pleas for forgiveness and a call to end division, marking a significant shift from his previous provocative statements that included praising Hitler and making hateful remarks about Jewish people. Despite his renunciation, West soon reposted content related to his banned song, leading to skepticism about the sincerity of his change. West's antisemitic rhetoric has had major professional consequences, including loss of endorsement deals, social media suspensions, and legal challenges, as well as drawing condemnation from organizations like the Anti-Defamation League. Public reaction to his apology and posts has been mixed, with some fans hopeful for change while others remain doubtful given his history of erratic and inflammatory behavior. His ex-wife, Kim Kardashian, has previously spoken out against hate speech, emphasizing the broader cultural impact of West's statements.