North Carolina GOP town hall turns heated as self-described veteran is removed

A town hall event hosted by North Carolina Republican Congressman Chuck Edwards took a heated turn when a man, who identified himself as a veteran, stood up and started shouting at him. The man yelled, “You don’t give a f— about me!” before being escorted away by police. The incident occurred at a college auditorium in Asheville, where around 300 people had gathered to hear from Rep. Edwards.

The outburst came after Edwards was speaking about the debt crisis and his recent vote for the House budget resolution. However, he was met with boos and jeers from the audience. The man in question then started shouting at Edwards, accusing him of lying and claiming that the congressman didn’t care about veterans like himself. The man continued to yell, saying, “You don’t get to take away our rights! You don’t get to do this to us!”

Law enforcement officers escorted the man out of the room as the audience applauded. Before leaving, the man made a threatening remark, saying, “You f—— touch me again and I’ll lay you the f— out!” Edwards later described the town hall as “lively” on social media.

During the event, Edwards fielded questions on various topics, including cuts made by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. One audience member asked Edwards about his support for the annexation of Canada and Greenland, to which the congressman responded with a clear “no.”

The incident at the town hall comes amidst a backdrop of heightened political tensions, with President Donald Trump recently suggesting that “paid troublemakers” were attending Republican town hall meetings as part of a Democratic strategy. Despite the disruptions, Edwards expressed his commitment to hearing the concerns of his constituents in Western North Carolina.

In conclusion, the town hall event with Rep. Chuck Edwards in Asheville was marked by a passionate outburst from a man who identified himself as a veteran. The incident highlighted the deep divisions and frustrations present in today’s political landscape. Despite the challenges, Edwards remains dedicated to engaging with his constituents and addressing their concerns.