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Dem Congressman Attacked by Trump Supporter at Sundance

1/25/2026

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Democratic congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost said he was punched by a Trump supporter at the Sundance Film Festival.
The incident occurred at Park City's High West Saloon, where the assailant, described as Caucasian, was arrested after racially charged remarks and an alleged assault.
Frost said the assailant threatened him with deportation while shouting racist comments, and he thanked venue security and local police for their assistance.

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Democratic congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost said he was punched by a Trump supporter at the Sundance Film Festival.
The incident occurred at Park City's High West Saloon, where the assailant, described as Caucasian, was arrested after racially charged remarks and an alleged assault.
Frost said the assailant threatened him with deportation while shouting racist comments, and he thanked venue security and local police for their assistance.