New York Post readers on Oct. 28, 2026 debated a campaign advertisement for Michigan gubernatorial candidate Abdul El-Sayed that attributes rising grocery prices to United States aid to Israel.
The ad, posted by the El-Sayed campaign, asserts that American financial support for Israel is a direct cause of higher food costs for American consumers.
Readers shared mixed reactions, with several commenters labeling the message as antisemitic, while others defended the political angle of the claim.
Critics on the Post's comment board argued the ad unfairly targets Israel and the Jewish community, calling it a hateful narrative.
Supporters countered that the ad highlights legitimate concerns about foreign aid spending and its domestic economic impact.
