Shabbos Kestenbaum, a Democratic activist and recent Harvard graduate, has endorsed former President Trump in the 2024 election, citing Vice President Kamala Harris as undeserving of support. This endorsement comes amidst Kestenbaum's experience with rising antisemitism on college campuses and his admiration for Congresswoman Elise Stefanik's stance against it. Kestenbaum recounts a chilling incident where he was taunted with a machete by a staff member and challenged to debate Jewish involvement in the 9/11 attacks. He also describes witnessing the defacement of hostage posters and the publication of antisemitic cartoons by professors, all without accountability. He contrasts this with Stefanik's consistent support for the Jewish community, recalling her offer of assistance during his congressional testimony. Kestenbaum praises Stefanik's vocal opposition to antisemitism and her advocacy for Jewish students, highlighting her public questioning of university presidents about their responses to calls for genocide against Jews. He expresses strong support for Stefanik's nomination as UN ambassador, believing her experience combating antisemitism on college campuses makes her well-suited to address similar issues within the UN. He criticizes the Biden administration's handling of Israel at the UN and points to UNRWA as a source of anti-Israel sentiment. Kestenbaum sees Stefanik's potential appointment as a vital step in promoting American values and supporting Israel within the international organization.

Rep. Elise Stefanik listens as President-elect Trump speaks at the House Republicans Conference meeting. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)