UPDATE: Jack Schlossberg, grandson of President John F. Kennedy, is facing significant backlash just days after announcing his campaign for Congress in New York. Controversy erupted as resurfaced social media posts reveal a pattern of crude and offensive behavior, raising questions about his suitability for public office.
The 32-year-old Schlossberg, who boasts over 1.7 million followers across platforms including X, Instagram, and TikTok, is under fire for a series of shocking posts. These include sexually charged comments about Usha Vance, wife of Vice President JD Vance, and vile jokes about Jewish people. Earlier this year, he bizarrely joked about “having a son” with Vance, and later claimed, “I called my grandmother hot … have I totally lost it?”
The backlash intensified after Schlossberg accused renowned attorney Alan Dershowitz of “killing his wife,” a baseless claim that prompted Dershowitz to threaten legal action. “He’s done more harm for the Kennedy name than all the rest of the Kennedys combined,” Dershowitz stated, illustrating the gravity of the situation.
Adding fuel to the fire, Schlossberg faced widespread condemnation for mocking his cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., by mimicking his voice disorder in a video. Critics were appalled by a since-deleted post that included a disturbing “recipe” referencing RFK Jr.’s slogan, which was deemed antisemitic and vulgar.
Schlossberg, a former Vogue political correspondent and Yale Law graduate, has drawn ire even from die-hard Kennedy loyalists. One social media user commented, “This isn’t charisma. It’s chaos,” highlighting the emotional impact of his actions on the storied Kennedy legacy.
As the fallout continues, observers are left wondering what this means for Schlossberg’s congressional aspirations. His campaign is now under intense scrutiny, with repercussions likely to follow as more details emerge.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as officials and political analysts weigh in on the implications of Schlossberg’s controversial social media history.
