Trump Sounds More Wacko, Skips TACO

Former president's Passover comments spark new controversy

Apr. 2, 2026 at 4:21pm

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Thirty-two days after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, former president Donald Trump chose Passover to make controversial comments that have sparked a new round of criticism and backlash.

Why it matters

Trump's comments during the Passover holiday have reignited concerns about his divisive rhetoric and his continued influence in the Republican party, even after leaving office.

The details

In a series of social media posts and interviews, Trump made a number of statements that many have described as inflammatory and out of touch. Most notably, he claimed that he had been invited to attend a TACO (Trump Appreciation Cinco de Mayo) event but chose not to, stating that the food 'didn't look good.' This comment was widely seen as insensitive and playing into harmful stereotypes.

  • Trump made the controversial Passover comments on April 2, 2026.
  • The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran 32 days prior to Trump's Passover comments.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States, known for his divisive rhetoric and continued influence in the Republican party.

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What they’re saying

“The former president's comments were in poor taste and demonstrate a continued lack of understanding about the diverse cultures and communities that make up this country.”

— Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Republican strategist

The takeaway

Trump's Passover comments underscore the ongoing challenges the Republican party faces in appealing to a broader, more diverse electorate, as the former president's divisive rhetoric continues to alienate many voters.