Overview

• Politico reviewed two recordings, including one provided by Rep. Tim Burchett’s staff, that dispute his initial description of the confrontation.
• The videos capture Burchett telling the protester to “come over here, weenie,” accusing him of being paid by George Soros, and following after the man walked away.
• When the protester turned and made brief contact, Burchett shoved him with both hands, according to the footage.
• U.S. Capitol Police stepped in outside the Longworth House Office Building, and no charges were filed.
• Burchett’s spokesperson says the protester got in his face and that the congressman acted in self-defense during a confrontation tied to his stance on the Israel-Hamas war.