In recent years, Jewish Republicans have often downplayed the presence of antisemitism within the right, focusing instead on perceived anti-Jewish sentiments from the left and highlighting President Trump's support for Israel. However, the issue has become more pronounced, with tensions surrounding antisemitism, free speech, and Israel emerging as significant topics within Republican politics. This shift is expected to influence the 2026 primary races and beyond.

Recent developments have brought the issue to the forefront, including President Trump's defense of Tucker Carlson for interviewing white nationalist Nick Fuentes, who has made controversial statements regarding historical figures such as Hitler and Stalin. This has prompted some Republicans to publicly reaffirm their stance against antisemitism. Representative David Kustoff of Tennessee remarked on the necessity of denouncing Nazis, stating, "It’s something that we all should know, but the fact of the matter is, it had to be said." Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina also expressed his position, aligning himself with the sentiment that "Hitler sucks" within the party.

These statements reflect a growing recognition among some Republican leaders of the need to address antisemitism directly, a topic that has implications for social cohesion and the party's future electoral strategies.