Actually, the references to the Agudah and the Rav’s closeness to the Trump administration can be viewed as a net positive for their constituents In case you didn’t notice, AG Barr invited Agudah to his meeting earlier this week in BP on antisemitism while a number of elected frum public officials wee not. Agudah has also been effective in obtaining funds for security of their mosdos. The reference to Mar-a-Lago was certainly not meant to be disrespectful to the Rav, shlitah. Trump has shown himself loyal to religious leaders who are supportive of his policies. There are likewise a number of complimentary names accorded to Rav Shem Tov, the Chabad shaliach in D.C. who has become incredibly close to the Trump administration, and Kushner in particular.
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