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North Carolina GOP Town Hall Turns Heated as Self-Described Veteran Escorted Out by Security
A town hall event hosted by Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) in Asheville, N.C., took a tense turn when a self-proclaimed veteran was escorted out by security after a heated exchange.
Around 300 attendees participated in the 1.5-hour long event, where Edwards addressed concerns and answered questions on various topics, including cuts implemented by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, as reported by the Associated Press.
The atmosphere turned hostile when an audience member, who identified himself as a veteran, began questioning the congressman. The individual asked Edwards if he supported the annexation of Canada and/or Greenland, prompting the congressman to respond with a simple “no.”
However, the exchange quickly escalated as the man became increasingly agitated, shouting at Edwards and attempting to interrupt him. Security personnel eventually stepped in and escorted the individual out of the event.
Despite the controversy, Edwards remained steadfast, emphasizing that he values hearing the concerns of his constituents and will continue to prioritize this engagement throughout his term in office.
