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Democrat Says He Was Punched in the Face During 'Racist' Attack

Democrat Says He Was Punched in the Face During 'Racist' Attack

Summary

Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost reported that a man attacked him at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. The man made racist comments and claimed President Donald Trump would deport Frost before punching him. Police later arrested the suspect.

Key Facts

  • Maxwell Alejandro Frost is a U.S. Congressman and the first Afro-Cuban and Gen Z member elected to Congress.
  • The incident happened at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah.
  • Frost said the man who attacked him made racist remarks and mentioned deportation by President Trump.
  • The attacker punched Frost in the face and fled the scene while still shouting racist comments.
  • Park City Police later arrested the suspect.
  • Frost expressed gratitude to venue security and the police for their quick response.
  • Frost stated he was okay after the incident.

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