In a shocking online post, actor John Schneider called for former Vice President Joe Biden to be “publicly hung.” The post was captured by multiple screenshots before it was eventually deleted. Schneider, also known for his country music career and his role on “The Dukes of Hazzard,” wrote the inflammatory comment in response to a post from President Biden about the threats posed by current President Trump to American democracy.
“Mr. President, I believe you are guilty of treason and should be publicly hung,” Schneider’s deleted post read. “Your son too. Your response is..? Sincerely, John Schneider.”
The post garnered widespread condemnation for its violent rhetoric, with many social media users calling for Schneider to be reprimanded or even banned. The fact that Schneider had just made a recent TV appearance on Fox’s “The Masked Singer” only added to the controversy.
Despite speculation to the contrary, Schneider’s post was not related to his participation in the popular reality show. In fact, the post was published just one day after the show wrapped up, with Schneider placing second overall. The comments from Joe Biden that apparently spurred Schneider’s ire were related to the current president’s threats to voting rights, civil rights, and America’s standing in the world.
After the post began to spread on social media, Schneider issued a statement apologizing for his words. “I was upset and a little too vocal in my response to a tweet from President Biden,” he wrote. “I regret my choice of words and any offense they may have caused.”
Despite his apology, the controversy highlights the ongoing tensions and divisiveness within politics and celebrity culture. As American society grapples with the aftermath of a divisive presidential election, it’s clear that more needs to be done to promote open dialogue and constructive debate.