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4mo ago

Kanye West Declares End to Antisemitism, Faces Widespread Skepticism

The rapper cited a call with his children as the catalyst for his renouncement, but advocacy groups question the sincerity of his apology given his history of hate speech.

Kanye West is notorious for his erratic online behavior, but this time, the message was particularly ambiguous.
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Overview

  • On May 22, 2025, Kanye West posted on X that he is 'done with antisemitism,' asking for forgiveness and claiming a FaceTime call with his children inspired his change of heart.
  • The announcement follows backlash over his recently released song 'Heil Hitler,' which was reportedly banned from streaming platforms for its explicit glorification of Adolf Hitler.
  • West's history of antisemitic actions includes a 2022 tweet threatening to go 'death con 3 on Jewish people,' praise for Hitler, and the promotion of swastika merchandise.
  • The Anti-Defamation League expressed doubt about West's sincerity, citing his pattern of renouncements followed by further inflammatory behavior.
  • West also previewed a new song, 'Alive,' featuring YoungBoy Never Broke Again, as part of his latest effort to rebuild his public image.