Conservative Commentator Demands Unwavering Support for Jews Amid Right-Wing Tensions

By Newsmax Wires | Monday, 03 November 2025 10:28 AM EST
Former police officer and conservative commentator Brandon Tatum delivered a fervent address at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s Annual Leadership Summit in Las Vegas this weekend, rallying Christians to “stand by our Jewish brothers and sisters to the very end.”

Tatum, host of “The Officer Tatum Show” and a prominent figure in Christian conservative media, framed the battle against antisemitism as a moral imperative requiring unyielding resolve from faith communities. “I actually read my Bible,” he told attendees. “I know what God has said … and we have to stand by those principles to the very end.”

The speech coincided with growing divisions within conservative circles over stances toward Israel and Jewish people. While leaders like President Donald Trump and Tatum have openly backed Israel, some right-wing populists—particularly those linked to Tucker Carlson’s platform or the Heritage Foundation’s “restrained foreign policy” faction—have faced backlash for perpetuating antisemitic narratives or undermining Israel.

Tatum explicitly rejected any compromise. “I will never capitulate,” he declared. “I don’t care how many followers you got or how much money you make. When you platform somebody who dogs out Jewish people and praises Stalin, I will never support you.” Without naming specific individuals, he criticized conservative influencers accused of spreading anti-Israel rhetoric, mocking Jewish donors, or questioning U.S.-Israel ties.

“If you somehow think the Jews run the world, you are a fool,” he said, his tone sharp. “If you think [Israeli Prime Minister] Bibi Netanyahu runs Donald Trump, you are a fool.” He added, “Donald Trump doesn’t even run Donald Trump,” drawing laughter from the crowd.

Tatum contrasted such rhetoric with what he called Trump’s “integrity and strength,” stating, “That’s why I voted for him. When I see Donald Trump with Bibi Netanyahu, I see people who operate in reality. Israel is one of our greatest allies. If you think otherwise, you either hate Jews or you’re ignorant.”

He recounted how his first visit to Israel reshaped his perspective, admitting, “I thought Israel was like Afghanistan. Then I saw freeways, innovation, peace—it blew my mind. I became the biggest fan of Israel.” The Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, further solidified his convictions. “If you dare commit such an atrocity against people chosen by God, you should never have an opportunity to do it again,” he said, prompting applause.

Tatum concluded by challenging attendees to embrace boldness: “When you leave here, you better leave more bold, more courageous, and standing up more than you ever have before. God bless Israel. God bless America. And God bless all my Jewish brothers and sisters.”