A nominee for general counsel of the Federal Labor Relations Authority is facing scrutiny over a 1996 college cartoon. The cartoon depicted a Jewish student with devil horns, sparking accusations of antisemitism. The nominee has defended the image, asserting it was a satirical reference to the rivalry between the University of North Carolina (UNC) and Duke University, and not intended to be antisemitic. Critics remain unconvinced, pointing to the use of antisemitic tropes in the illustration. The incident occurred during the nominee’s time as a student. The confirmation process is ongoing, and the cartoon has become a point of contention for those evaluating the nominee’s suitability for the position overseeing federal workers’ labor rights.
