‘It was offensive’: Chelsea Handler apologizes for sharing Louis Farrakhan clip

Published



Comedian Chelsea Handler issued an apology for sharing a video of Louis Farrakhan.

Handler, who is Jewish, posted a clip of the Nation of Islam leader, who has a history of anti-Semitism and homophobia, from The Phil Donahue Show on Instagram last week. In the clip, Farrakhan argued with members of the program’s studio audience over questions about racial prejudice.

Full midterm coverage.Deeper analysis.

Get unlimited access to Washington Examiner's reporting, expert analysis, and coverage of the midterm elections.

Get Unlimited Access

Cancel anytime.