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Congressman Johnson Embraces Quirky Political Messaging on Epstein

8/6/2025

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On July 14, Congressman Hank Johnson took to Instagram, belting out quirky lyrics about Jeffrey Epstein's death, reminiscent of the Lincoln Project's provocative video, "Trump Not Like Us," which also toyed with Epstein-themed lyrics using A.I. puppets. These bold performances signal a new era in political messaging, embracing the unpredictable flair that Trump has made famous.

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On July 14, Congressman Hank Johnson took to Instagram, belting out quirky lyrics about Jeffrey Epstein's death, reminiscent of the Lincoln Project's provocative video, "Trump Not Like Us," which also toyed with Epstein-themed lyrics using A.I. puppets. These bold performances signal a new era in political messaging, embracing the unpredictable flair that Trump has made famous.