Cory Booker on Political Rhetoric and Violence

A sourced history of statements and actions associated with this topic.

Disputes over whether public rhetoric predicts, excuses, encourages, threatens, or contributes to violence.

Scope: This topic does not determine a speaker's intent or the effect of speech.

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Condemned

1 distinct published event overall. Dates: August 25, 2026

1 event on this page. Dates: August 25, 2026

August 25, 2026Condemned

Addressed record

Hasan Piker’s remarks about American Jews, Israel, and antisemitic violence

“Hasan Piker's dangerous and hateful language targeting Jewish Americans has no place in our civic discourse.”

Speaker capacity: United States senator from New Jersey
Editorial rationale: Booker explicitly characterizes Piker's language as dangerous and hateful.

Here's What Hasan Piker Said And Why It's So Controversial (opens in a new tab)

Reporting that quotes public reactions to Hasan Piker's August 20 livestream, including statements by Democratic officeholders, Jeremy Moss, and Abdul El-Sayed.

View context Hasan Piker’s remarks about American Jews, Israel, and antisemitic violence