Trump’s Bedminster club hosts convicted Jan. 6 rioter with Nazi ties

In the summer of 2023, Donald Trump's Bedminster golf club in New Jersey hosted a convicted rioter from the January 6 Capitol attack, known for his extreme antisemitic and racist views. This individual, who has been labeled a white supremacist by prosecutors, participated in two events at the club, including a fundraiser for a nonprofit supporting Capitol riot defendants. Trump endorsed this event through a video message, praising attendees as 'amazing patriots.' The Jewish Federation of Ocean County expressed concern over the endorsement, emphasizing the need for leaders to stand against hate and extremist views. The Anti-Defamation League called for Trump to disavow the individual and his antisemitic remarks, highlighting the former president's history of not adequately condemning such extremism. Despite the backlash, a Trump campaign official claimed that the former president was unaware of the rioter's comments and did not attend the events. However, the campaign has previously supported the nonprofit associated with the rioter, raising questions about the campaign's stance on antisemitism. Hale-Cusanelli, the rioter in question, was convicted of multiple misdemeanors and a felony related to the Capitol attack. His sentencing highlighted the impact of his antisemitic rhetoric on the safety of Jewish individuals. As he appeals his conviction, the implications of his actions and the support he received at Trump's club continue to resonate within the political landscape.