False Claims about Tear-Gassing of Peaceful Protesters at Lafayette Square
President Joe Biden falsely claimed former President Donald Trump tear-gassed peaceful protesters at Lafayette Square for a photo-op. A report from the inspector general of the U.S. Department of Interior exonerated Trump from these claims. Biden's statements were debunked, as tear gas was used by the Metropolitan Police Department, not by USPP officers. Various prominent figures, including Elizabeth Warren and Kamala Harris, also falsely stated that tear gas was used. The media exaggerated the events, with CNN and others falsely reporting that peaceful protesters were tear-gassed. Biden and the DNC have continued to repeat these false claims.
Key Points
- Inspector general report exonerated Trump from tear-gassing claims
- Tear gas was used by Metropolitan Police Department, not USPP officers
- Prominent figures and media outlets falsely claimed that tear gas was used on peaceful protesters
Pros
- Exonerates former President Donald Trump from false claims of tear-gassing peaceful protesters at Lafayette Square
- Provides detailed timeline of events and actions taken by law enforcement
Cons
- President Joe Biden and other prominent figures perpetuated false claims about tear gas usage
- Media outlets inaccurately reported that tear gas was used on peaceful protesters