URGENT UPDATE: John F. Kennedy’s grandson, Jack Schlossberg, is facing intense backlash as he embarks on his congressional campaign in New York. Controversial social media posts resurfacing from the past have ignited public fury, raising questions about his candidacy just as he attempts to make a political mark.
According to The New York Post, the 32-year-old Schlossberg, who commands over 1.7 million followers across platforms like X, Instagram, and TikTok, has a history of crude and inappropriate behavior online. His posts include offensive jokes and shocking comments, including a bizarre remark about Usha Vance, the wife of Vice President JD Vance, where he claimed to be “having a son” with her.
Schlossberg’s social media antics have drawn criticism from various quarters. Just this year, he compared Usha Vance’s looks to those of his grandmother, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and even labeled himself “a literal pervert.” In a self-reflective post, he questioned, “I called my grandmother hot … have I totally lost it?”
“Jesus … this kid will do anything for attention. Your grandfather would be ashamed,”
a social media user responded, echoing a sentiment shared by many as Schlossberg’s behavior spirals into chaos.
In another alarming incident, Schlossberg falsely accused attorney Alan Dershowitz of “killing his wife,” prompting Dershowitz to threaten legal action. “He’s done more harm for the Kennedy name than all the rest of the Kennedys combined,” Dershowitz told reporters.
Adding to the controversy, Schlossberg ridiculed his cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., by mimicking his voice disorder in a video that sparked outrage online. A particularly vile post, now deleted, featured a “recipe” that included references to Jewish people, which was condemned as antisemitic and vulgar.
Schlossberg, a Yale Law graduate and former Vogue political correspondent, has not only alienated political allies but also divided the Kennedy legacy itself. His antics have raised alarms among some Kennedy supporters who view his behavior as detrimental to the family name.
As the backlash intensifies, Schlossberg’s campaign is now at a crossroads, with many questioning if he can overcome this controversy. The urgency of this situation is palpable as Schlossberg aims to navigate through a turbulent political landscape while trying to maintain his family’s storied legacy.
What happens next for Schlossberg is uncertain, but observers are keenly watching as his antics continue to dominate headlines. With the political landscape evolving rapidly, the implications of his social media presence could have lasting effects on his candidacy.
