White Man Behind 'Black Insurrectionist' Account Unmasked

Jason G. Palmer from upstate New York spread false conspiracy theories under a misleading social media persona.

The 'Black Insurrectionist' account falsely portrayed its owner as a Black soldier, amassing over 300,000 followers before being deactivated.
Jason G. Palmer, a white man with a history of fraud and tax evasion, was identified as the person behind the account.
The account propagated baseless claims against Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz, which were amplified by prominent figures including Donald Trump.
Palmer claimed to have sold the account and suggested it was primarily operated by a Black friend, though he refused to provide details.
The spread of misinformation from the account highlights the ongoing issue of disinformation influencing public opinion during the election.