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VP Vance to address Republican Jewish Coalition amid conservative criticism

From Jerusalem Post · () English

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  • U.S. Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to speak at the Republican Jewish Coalition's National Leadership Summit.
  • Vance has drawn criticism from some Jewish conservatives over his past remarks and perceived stances on Israel and antisemitism.
  • His appearance comes as some donors prefer other candidates for the 2028 presidential nomination.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance is set to address the Republican Jewish Coalition's (RJC) annual summit in Las Vegas, a move that highlights ongoing tensions within the conservative movement regarding Vance's alignment on issues important to Jewish voters.

The RJC confirmed Vance's participation, with a spokesperson stating, "The Republican Jewish Coalition is proud to welcome Vice President JD Vance to our National Leadership Summit in Las Vegas." The spokesperson added that Vance has been a returning figure, having first joined the RJC in 2022 as a Senate candidate.

Vance's appearance occurs amidst reported dissatisfaction among some prominent Jewish Republicans and major GOP donors. These individuals have expressed a preference for other candidates, such as Marco Rubio, for the 2028 presidential nomination over Vance, who is widely seen as Donald Trump's most likely successor. Notably, some of these critical donors are expected to be present at the summit, which is being held at the Venetian Resort, owned by the influential Adelson family.

The Republican Jewish Coalition is proud to welcome Vice President JD Vance to our National Leadership Summit in Las Vegas.

— RJC SpokespersonAnnouncing Vice President Vance's participation in the summit.

Concerns about Vance's stance on Israel and his perceived tolerance for anti-Israel sentiments and conspiracy theories, particularly in relation to pundit Tucker Carlson, have contributed to this erosion of confidence. Multiple donors reportedly indicated at the previous year's summit that they would not support Vance in 2028. The controversy surrounding Carlson, who has been accused of spreading antisemitic theories, is particularly relevant, as his son previously worked as a staffer for Vance.

Vance is scheduled to participate in a press-closed "fireside chat" session on Monday evening. The summit will also feature other high-profile Republican figures, including Georgia Congressman Mike Collins and former Rep. Mike Rogers, both of whom have also faced scrutiny over past statements and associations.

JD Vance is a friend who is coming back after first joining us in 2022 as a candidate for the US Senate.

— RJC SpokespersonHighlighting Vance's past engagement with the RJC.
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