Conservative pundit and author Ann Coulter has come under criticism for making racist remarks targeting Indian-American presidential aspirants Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy. Coulter referred to their clash during a Republican primary debate as a "Hindu business."Coulter's tweet read, "Nikki and Vivek are involved in some Hindu business, it seems. Not our fight," which prompted backlash on social media.Vivek Ramaswamys senior adviser and communications director, Tricia McLaughlin, responded to Coulter's tweet, stating that Vivek shares and lives by Judeo-Christian values and his family life sets a positive example.Vivek Ramaswamy is the second Hindu presidential candidate after Tulsi Gabbard, who ran as a Democrat in 2020. Nikki Haley, born Nimrata 'Nikki' Randhawa, was raised by Sikh parents and later converted to Christianity.Coulter faced social media backlash for her comments, with individuals criticizing her for using racist tropes and derogatory language. HinduAction, a US-based advocacy group, responded to Coulter's tweet, highlighting the accomplishments of American Hindus in various fields and calling out her ignorance.
"News for you @AnnCoulter. @VivekGRamaswamy and @NikkiHaley are the next generation of @GOP leaders. American Hindus are leaders in science, technology, medicine and policy research. Take it easy, read the Bhagavat Gita and take the batteries out of your ignorant megaphone," HinduAction group wrote on X in response to Coulter's tweet.
Coulter has a history of attacking Haley, previously calling her derogatory names and suggesting she "go back to her own country" after Haley announced her presidential bid.
Hank Kunneman, a pastor, targeted Ramaswamy's Hindu faith in a sermon, warning against voting for him based on his religion.
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Hindu Business: Racist author sparks controversy in the US - The Economic Times