During Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s State of the State address, his wife Gwen, caused a stir when she made an anti-Trump hand gesture that elicited applause from some in attendance and cringes from others. The moment was captured by Fox News as Gwen appeared to flip the bird at a Republican lawmaker who was applauding President Trump.
The incident quickly went viral, with social media users discussing Gwen’s actions and the reactions it provoked. Some praised her for standing up against the Trump administration, while others criticized her behavior as inappropriate for a public event.
The Walz administration responded to the incident by issuing a statement that said, “Governor Walz is focused on governing and looks forward to working with everyone to ensure Minnesota is a place where we all can thrive. Governor Walz and the First Lady are committed to working together to build One Minnesota with opportunities for everyone.”
This is not the first time that a political figure’s spouse has made headlines for their actions. Former First Lady Michelle Obama famously rolled her eyes at House Speaker John Boehner during a 2015 congressional luncheon, while former First Lady Melania Trump raised eyebrows with her infamous “I really don’t care, do u?” jacket during a visit to a Texas immigration detention center.
The incident involving Gwen Walz serves as a reminder of the intense political climate in the United States and the polarization that exists between supporters and critics of President Trump. It also highlights the continuing debate over the role of politicians’ family members in public life and their freedom to express their own opinions.
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