David Schoen unknowingly gave a lesson in orthodox Jewish customs during the indictment of former President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
Schoen, Trump’s lawyer, rested his hand on top of his head every time he took a sip of water, arguing that the case was unconstitutional.
Several viewers noticed Schoen’s seemingly unusual drinking habit, and some even suggested that he try to drop a rope.
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David Schoen, defense attorney for former President Donald Trump, drinks water while speaking on the first day of former President Donald Trump’s second indictment at the U.S. Capitol on February 9, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by congress.gov via Getty Images)
“Is anyone going to recognize the way David Schoen drinks?” wrote one user.
But the lawyer probably took the ritual step because he is religiously observant.
Rabbi Menachem Genack, executive director of the kosher section of the Orthodox Union, explained that since Schoen is an observant Jew, he should cover his head and say a blessing when eating or drinking.
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“Every time we eat or drink something, we say a blessing to thank God and cover our heads, usually with a yarmulke, to show respect and acknowledge that there is someone above us,” Genack told The Post said.
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“Since he was not wearing a yarmulke, he at least wanted to cover his head with his hand.”