In an unsettling display of intolerance and animosity, Jacqueline Marsaw, an employee for Mississippi Democratic Congressman Bennie G. Thompson, made a shocking post on Facebook following an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Marsaw’s offensive comments have stirred up conservatives, underlining the concerning rhetoric often seen from the extreme left.
The Troubling Post
On a Saturday night at a rally in Pennsylvania, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks tried to assassinate Trump. The former president was shot in the ear, which led to him collapsing on the floor. Amid the confusion, Jacqueline Marsaw, who held the position of Thompson’s field director, posted a message on Facebook that has since been widely criticized. She wrote, “I don’t condone violence but please get some shooting lessons so you don’t miss next time ooops that wasn’t me talking.” She later added, “That’s what your hate speech got you!!”
These posts are deeply offensive. They demonstrate a total disregard for human life and expose the intense hatred some on the extreme left hold for our former president.
The Aftermath
Marsaw’s posts were immediately captured and distributed across social media platforms, leading to widespread outrage. Unsurprisingly, she quickly deleted her posts and her entire account, but the damage had been done. Congressman Thompson acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and announced that Marsaw was no longer part of his staff. He stated, “I was made aware of a post made by a staff member and she is no longer in my employment.”
While this decision was necessary, it doesn’t negate the fact that such an individual was employed by an elected official to begin with. Marsaw, who also held positions within the local NAACP in Natchez, Mississippi, should have known better. Her comments were a blatant incitement of violence and entirely unacceptable.
The Assassination Attempt
The rally turned into a scene of terror when Crooks, armed with an AR-style rifle, fired shots at Trump. The former president was seen clutching his ear and dropping to the floor as loud bangs echoed around him. The Secret Service quickly surrounded him while terrified screams filled the air as the crowd realized what was happening. Trump was eventually taken to the hospital for treatment and later discharged.
The shooter was killed at the scene, but not before causing more devastation. One member of the crowd lost their life, and two others were critically injured. Law enforcement confirmed that all three victims were male. This act of violence serves as a harsh reminder of the extreme lengths some will go to in their hatred for Trump and his supporters.
Marsaw’s Disgraceful Response
Rather than denouncing the violence, Marsaw chose to ridicule the situation and even suggested better aim for the shooter. This kind of rhetoric only fuels division and hatred in our country. Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich was among those who expressed their disgust, stating, “She should be fired today. Thompson introduced the resolution to cut off Secret Service protection for President Trump. With staff like this, the poison is deep.”
Gingrich’s comments are spot on. Marsaw’s posts are indicative of a larger issue within the Democratic Party and the extreme left. Since when did it become acceptable to wish harm upon political adversaries? This kind of behavior should be condemned by all, irrespective of political affiliation.
The Reaction
The response to Marsaw’s posts was swift and severe. Republicans and conservatives across the nation demanded her immediate dismissal and even suggested legal action. Some tagged the FBI and Secret Service, insisting that Marsaw be arrested for her incitement of violence. One person wrote, “What kind of a person are you that you would have someone like her working for you? Disgusting.”
Others echoed these sentiments, calling on Thompson to take responsibility for employing someone capable of making such offensive comments. It’s clear that Marsaw’s views are not isolated. Many on the extreme left have expressed similar sentiments, with one woman on TikTok expressing regret that the shooter missed his target. This kind of rhetoric is not only unacceptable; it’s dangerous.
Conspiracy Theories Emerge
In the wake of the shooting, conspiracy theories started to circulate online. Some suggested that the assassination attempt was staged to improve Trump’s electoral prospects. This notion is as absurd as it is offensive. Trump’s defiant stance after being shot, raising his fist and shouting “fight” as the crowd chanted “USA,” was a testament to his strength and resilience, not a staged performance.
Special Agent Kevin Rojek from the FBI’s Pittsburgh field office classified the shooting as an “assassination attempt,” dispelling any doubts about the gravity of the incident. Actress Amanda Seales even took to social media to claim that the blood was fake and that the entire event was a theatrical production. This kind of baseless speculation only serves to undermine the very real danger that Trump faced.
Final Thoughts
Jacqueline Marsaw’s posts were a disgrace. They exposed the intense hatred that some on the extreme left harbor for Donald Trump and his supporters. Her comments were not just inappropriate; they were dangerous and incited violence. It’s a regrettable day when a political staffer feels comfortable enough to make such offensive remarks publicly.
We must hold individuals like Marsaw accountable and ensure that such rhetoric is not tolerated in our political discourse. The left often preaches about tolerance and respect, but it’s clear that those values are selectively applied. As conservatives, we must stand firm against this kind of behavior and demand better from our elected officials and their staff.
What are your thoughts on Jacqueline Marsaw’s post and her subsequent dismissal? Share your views in the comments below!
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what will her hate speech gdt her?
Racist Fat pig !
Intolerance and ignorance is stating it lightly. Her education,a total waste of funds, same results and less costly by having given her a degree in conjunction with her birth certificate.
Commons sense and courtesy also lacking in this ill bred individual