'I've never heard that': Trump denies knowingly using anti-Semitic term
Trump Denies Using Anti-Semitic Term After Controversy
Former President Donald Trump is facing backlash after using the term "Shylock" at a rally in Iowa on Saturday. The term, historically used to denigrate Jewish people, sparked immediate criticism. Trump claims he was unaware of the term's offensive connotations, stating he'd "never heard that."
News outlets like NBC News and CNN reported the incident, highlighting the controversy surrounding his remarks while promoting his proposed economic plan. "Shylock" is a derogatory reference to a Jewish moneylender from Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, often used to perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
Critics, including ABC News, swiftly condemned Trump's use of the term, regardless of his intent. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about inflammatory language in political discourse.