A Texas Republican congressman told a town hall attendee to “shut up” Monday afternoon.
Congressman Joe Barton explained to the Frost town hall why he voted against federal legislation that focused on protecting women from violence.
He voted against the measure because it’s an issue for the states to deal with, Barton explained to those attending.
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A couple of participants voiced their displeasure with his reasoning. Barton responded by pointing to one man and telling him “you sir, shut up.”
Chris Lewis, who says Barton pointed at him, said he wasn’t offended by the remark.
“I’ve heard worse. Passions were rising. Honestly, I was speaking out of turn,” Lewis said.
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