Dem staffer axed over post wishing Trump shooter had 'lessons'

Category: Politics

A Democratic congressman's staffer was fired for making inflammatory comments on social media regarding the attempted assassination of President Trump. The staffer expressed hope that the shooter would not miss next time and made controversial remarks about the incident. The congressman took action following public backlash.

Keywords: Democratic congressman, staffer, fired, inflammatory comments, assassination attempt, President Trump

Source: New York Post

Update At: 7/15/2024

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