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Karlie Kloss Says She Has Never Met President Trump

Her July 1 clarification of distance from President Trump has prompted wide online debate about the responsibilities of celebrities married into political families.

Overview

  • Kloss told Bloomberg Originals on July 1 that she has never met President Trump, that she identifies as a Democrat, and that she converted to Judaism after marrying Joshua Kushner.
  • She framed her stance as a personal choice rooted in values and dialogue, saying she has "not lost sight" of her beliefs while navigating time with her husband’s family.
  • News outlets across the political spectrum published the interview and highlighted her comments on family dinners, political differences and raising three children.
  • Social media reaction included sharp criticism accusing Kloss of neutrality or complicity, with commenters arguing private ties to powerful political figures carry public responsibility.
  • Kloss’s history of Democratic activism and past public remarks about the Kushner–Trump connection provide context for why her July 1 clarification drew renewed attention and scrutiny.