A wave of grief and concern swept through the nation as Senator Bill Haggerty addressed the recent tragedies on “Sunday Morning Futures.” He spoke with host Maria Bartiromo about the shooting at Brown University and the devastating terrorist attack targeting Jewish people in Australia, events that left communities reeling.
Senator Haggerty revealed his immediate response was to reach out to the President of Brown University, offering condolences and prayers for those injured in the campus shooting. He described the news as “heartbreaking,” a sentiment amplified by the simultaneous violence unfolding overseas.
The conversation quickly turned to the alarming rise of antisemitism, particularly within academic institutions. Bartiromo pressed Haggerty on why universities seemed unable to effectively address and eradicate hateful ideologies.
Haggerty expressed disbelief at the lack of seriousness given to the issue, emphasizing the White House’s clear stance that antisemitism must end. He urged universities to heed this message instead of dismissing it, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
The focus then shifted to the investigation surrounding the Brown University incident. Haggerty stressed the need to not only bring the perpetrator to justice but also to understand the underlying motivations driving such acts of violence.
Senator Fetterman’s observation about the role of social media in amplifying negativity towards the Jewish population was raised. Bartiromo questioned whether these sentiments were being fueled by external forces, specifically mentioning China.
Haggerty confirmed the Senate has seen ample evidence of foreign governments – including China, Russia, and Iran – actively using social media to sow division within the United States. He warned this interference directly threatens the nation’s moral foundation.
He described these actions as a deliberate attempt to fracture the country, emphasizing the critical need to counter such influence. Haggerty acknowledged steps being taken by platforms like X to identify and expose non-American actors spreading discord online.
The Senator underscored the Senate’s role in foreign relations, asserting its capacity to enact meaningful change and protect the nation from these insidious attacks on its unity and values.
