Social media posts linked to Sen. Mike Lee removed following backlash over his comments about the Minnesota shootings.
Renegade Posts: Sen. Mike Lee Scrambles to Contain Damage After Insensitive Remarks
In a bizarre turn of events, Utah's own Sen. Mike Lee has found himself in hot water over some controversial posts on his personal social media account. The posts, initially published following the horrifying attack on Minnesota lawmaker Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, have caused quite the uproar, leading to fierce backlash from Democrats.
After sharing his thoughts on the fatal incident, Lee wrote in one post, "This is what happens When Marxists don't get their way." In another post, he posted a photo of the suspect, Vance Boelter, accompanied by the caption, "Nightmare on Waltz Street," in an apparent nod to Democratic Gov. Tim Walz. These posts were met with criticism, with several Democrats urging him to take them down.
Sen. Tina Smith, D-Minn., who considered Hortman a friend, addressed Lee about his posts on Monday. "I needed him to hear from me directly what impact I think his cruel statement had on me, his colleague," she said. Lee's controversial remarks seemed to hit a nerve, given the devastating nature of the attack.
Some of Lee's posts remained visible Tuesday afternoon, including one from Saturday night that read, "Marxism kills." However, faced with mounting pressure, Lee decided to remove the posts from his account.
In a stark contrast, the tone on Lee's official Senate account was vastly different. He condemned the hateful attacks, expressing his concern for the victims and their families.
As the dust settles, Lee remains silent on the matter. Despite calls for explanation from other Democrats, such as Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Sen. Tina Smith, Lee's office has yet to comment on the issue.
As the investigation into the shootings continues, the fallout from Sen. Mike Lee's insensitive remarks lingers, leaving many to question the Senator's judgment and empathy in a time of national grief.
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