Josh Shapiro reads 'a little more Jewish' than other Democratic candidates, CNN anchor remarks

CNN anchor Elex Michaelson remarked that Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff 'may not read as Jewish' as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, sparking backlash for implying candidates could be ranked on how 'Jewish' they appear. Both Shapiro and Ossoff are potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates, with Michaelson later apologizing for the offensive comment. Critics argued the discussion reinforced problematic stereotypes about Jewish political identities.