A Timberline Caucus event in Iowa on Monday night, Rep. Wesley Hunt, R-Texas, faced a confrontational heckler while campaigning for former President Donald Trump, as reported by Fox News on January 16, 2024.
The heckler, also a Black man, accused Trump of racism and questioned Hunt’s support for the former president on Martin Luther King Day. Representing a predominantly white district in Houston, Texas, Hunt did not shy away from the disagreement and defended his endorsement of Trump, emphasizing that both he and Trump should be judged by their character, not their skin color.
The incident, documented in a video posted on the social media platform X by Hunt himself, showed the heckler attempting to disrupt the speech and approach Hunt, only to be restrained by other audience members.
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The heckler criticized Hunt for allegedly “degrading himself” and “turning his back” on the Black community by supporting Trump, whom he labeled as “racist,” particularly on Martin Luther King Day.
Hunt responded by expressing pride in being a Black man and a Republican, asserting that he did not consider race, color, or creed when viewing his fellow Americans. He affirmed his support for Trump based on policy alignment and vision for the country, dismissing claims of Trump being “racist” as an exhausted narrative.
Hunt highlighted his substantial victory in a predominantly white district, winning by a 30-point landslide. He argued that this demonstrated the trust and respect his constituents had for him based on his character rather than appearance.
The video concluded with the heckler being escorted out by the audience, who cheered and applauded Hunt for his speech. Grateful for the support, Hunt thanked the audience, expressing his honor in representing them and Trump in Iowa.
Although Trump was not present at the caucus, he secured a significant victory, winning by nearly 30 points. Trump conveyed his appreciation to Hunt and the people of Iowa for their loyalty and endorsement, expressing confidence in winning the 2024 presidential election.
