John Cusack Denounces Accusations of Antisemitism
Actor fires back at nonprofit group StopAntisemitism, calling their claims 'a list full of lies' and accusing them of 'weaponizing racism'.
- Nonprofit group StopAntisemitism has labeled actor John Cusack as 'Antisemite of the Week' due to his remarks about the war in Israel.
- The group accused Cusack of denying the mass rapes of 10/7, calling Hamas a 'charitable organization', and claiming that the Israeli government financed Hamas.
- Cusack has fired back, claiming that the group is spreading lies about him and accusing them of 'weaponizing racism against peace activists'.
- Cusack has been outspoken about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, calling for a cease-fire and criticizing those who remain silent.
- The actor has previously apologized for sharing a comic featuring an antisemitic trope in 2019.