⚖️ Tensions Erupt at Antisemitism Hearing as Political Divide Deepens

A public hearing on antisemitism turned contentious after sharp exchanges between commissioners and political figures, highlighting growing divisions over free speech, religion, and U.S.–Israel policy. 🇺🇸

Carrie Prejean Boller, a model-turned conservative activist, denied that commentator Candace Owens had made antisemitic remarks. During the hearing, she quoted a Bible verse attributing Jesus’ death to Jews and rejected arguments that criticism of Israel can sometimes mask antisemitism.

🏛️ Dan Patrick Orders Removal

Dan Patrick, who chairs the commission, stated that no member has the right to “hijack” a hearing for personal or political agendas.

“This was clearly, without question, what happened,” Patrick said, adding that removing her from the session was his decision.

The move immediately intensified the political standoff.

🔄 Authority Disputed

Prejean Boller challenged Patrick’s authority, arguing that only Donald Trump has the power to remove her from the commission.

In a post on X, she accused Patrick of advancing what she described as a “Zionist political agenda,” further escalating the dispute online.

⚖️ Federal Lawsuit Adds Pressure

The controversy unfolds as the Trump-created commission faces a new federal lawsuit filed by progressive religious organizations.

The suit alleges the panel lacks religious diversity and is composed almost entirely of conservative Christian members — raising constitutional and representation concerns.

📌 Broader Political Implications

The heated hearing underscores how discussions about antisemitism, religious freedom, and Middle East policy continue to fuel partisan battles in Washington and beyond.

With legal challenges mounting and internal divisions exposed, the future direction of the commission may depend on how courts and political leaders respond in the coming weeks.