Swing State Democrat Ditches Party To Endorse Donald Trump, Here’s Why [WATCH]

Steve Rosenberg, a lifelong Democrat from Pennsylvania, has announced his decision to leave his party and endorse former President Donald Trump for the upcoming 2024 election, citing growing concerns about the Democratic Party’s stance on Israel.

During an interview with Fox News, Rosenberg explained that the shift in the party’s ideology, particularly its embrace of far-left policies and figures who are critical of Israel, has left him with no choice but to support Trump.

Rosenberg pointed out that for Jewish voters, there is “only one candidate” who aligns with their interests, particularly when it comes to supporting Israel. “If you’re a Jew, if you’re pro-Israel, there’s only one candidate here,” Rosenberg stated during his appearance on America’s Newsroom with Dana Perino.

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He emphasized that the actions of the Biden-Harris administration, particularly Vice President Kamala Harris, have shown a troubling disregard for pro-Israel positions.

Rosenberg specifically named individuals like Maher Bitar, Philip Gordon, and Ilan Goldenberg, accusing them of being pro-Iran and not supportive of Israel.

He stressed that Harris has surrounded herself with figures whose records reflect anti-Israel sentiments.

Rosenberg argued that the stakes are incredibly high for the Jewish community in the upcoming election. “To me, all the other issues that are on the table, whether you be climate-oriented, abortion-oriented, whatever your orientation is, if you are not focused on being a Jew and being pro-Israel right now, we are in the fight for our literal lives,” he said. “And all those issues won’t be there if we’re dead in four years. They’re trying to kill us.”

Although Jewish voters have historically leaned toward supporting Democratic candidates, Rosenberg believes there is a growing trend of support for Trump among the Jewish community.

However, he noted that some Jewish voters are hesitant to openly express their support for Trump, especially due to concerns about the events of January 6th. “Some are afraid to say that they’re going to support Donald Trump for whatever the reasons are,” he said.

Rosenberg added that while some still refuse to vote for a Republican or Trump, their focus on January 6th is misplaced compared to the more immediate concerns facing the Jewish community.

Trump’s strong pro-Israel stance has resonated with many Jewish voters, including Rosenberg.

He noted that during his recent trip to Israel, every Israeli he encountered urged him to vote for Trump in the upcoming election. “President Trump proved that he stood with the Jews. He stood with the Israelis. I just came back from Israel. Every single Israeli that I met, and I know a lot of them, has said to me, ‘Please vote for Donald Trump. Please vote for Donald Trump,’ every single solitary one.”

Rosenberg’s endorsement comes at a time when Trump is ramping up his outreach to Jewish voters.

Speaking at the Israeli-American Council summit in Washington, D.C., Trump reinforced his commitment to Israel and warned of the existential threats the country faces. “It’s total annihilation… You have a big protector in me. You don’t have a protector on the other side,” Trump said during his speech.

A recent Fox News poll indicated that Trump has gained significant traction with voters who prioritize the Israel-Hamas conflict.

The poll showed that 52% of voters trust Trump to handle the Israel-Hamas war more effectively, compared to 45% who favor Kamala Harris.

Meanwhile, Kamala Harris has been vague on her stance regarding the conflict in Israel. Speaking at the National Association of Black Journalists in Philadelphia, Harris mentioned the need for a deal but did not specify what deal she was referring to. “We need to get this deal done, and we need to get it done immediately,” Harris said.

She also mentioned a pause on 2,000-pound bombs as a form of leverage in negotiations, but her comments left many, including Rosenberg, questioning her clarity on the issue.

Rosenberg expressed his disbelief at Harris’ remarks and her approach to the Israel conflict, stating that she was “out of her mind” if she was suggesting a two-state solution at this time.

Perino, during the interview, speculated that Harris may have been referring to the ongoing hostage deal negotiations, but Rosenberg remained skeptical of the Vice President’s position.

As the 2024 election approaches, Rosenberg’s departure from the Democratic Party and his endorsement of Trump highlights the growing concerns among some Jewish voters regarding the current administration’s stance on Israel and the broader implications for U.S.-Israel relations.

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