Trump Criticized for Derogatory Remarks on Schumer

President Donald Trump has faced widespread criticism for repeatedly referring to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer as a 'Palestinian,' a term he used derogatorily. During an Oval Office meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, Trump claimed Schumer was 'not Jewish anymore,' a statement condemned by Jewish and Muslim advocacy groups, including the Council on American-Islamic Relations, for promoting Islamophobia and antisemitism. Jewish organizations have expressed concern over Trump's remarks, which they argue dehumanizes Palestinians and contributes to hate crimes. Trump's comments came as he criticized Democrats for not supporting his economic agenda and amid discussions regarding a GOP spending bill to avoid a government shutdown. This is not the first time Trump has made such remarks, previously calling Schumer a 'proud member of Hamas.' Schumer, who has a history of supporting Israel, has not responded directly to Trump's comments.