Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe was arrested after disrupting a Huntington Beach city council meeting to protest a controversial “MAGA” plaque, sparking debate over political symbolism and civil engagement.
Honestly, this is just weird behavior.
At a Glance
- Chris Kluwe, former NFL punter, arrested for protesting a “MAGA” plaque at a city council meeting
- Plaque at Huntington Beach library features words spelling out “MAGA” as an acrostic
- Kluwe engaged in civil disobedience, criticizing the MAGA movement as “corrupt” and “anti-democratic”
- Incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding political symbolism in America
Former NFL Player’s Protest Leads to Arrest
Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe found himself in handcuffs after protesting against a controversial plaque at a Huntington Beach city council meeting.
Seriously, what’s the point?
The plaque in question, intended to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Huntington Beach Central Library, features an acrostic spelling out “MAGA” with the words “Magical,” “Alluring,” “Galvanizing,” and “Adventurous.” This seemingly innocuous wordplay sparked outrage among some residents, including Kluwe, who viewed it as a thinly veiled reference to former President Donald Trump’s campaign slogan.
Former Vikings punter Chris Kluwe is arrested after an anti-MAGA protest at a Huntington Beach City Council meeting. The former NFL player was protesting the city's plan to create a 'MAGA' library plaque. The strong reactions – Tonight at 11 from ABC7 https://t.co/Z6BJW7KFlo pic.twitter.com/NWTlXuuCsJ
— ABC7 Eyewitness News (@ABC7) February 20, 2025
They are so thin skinned…
Kluwe’s Controversial Stand
Kluwe, a 15-year resident of Huntington Beach, took an obsessive stand against the plaque during the public hearing. In a passionate speech, he likened the MAGA movement to Nazism and accused it of promoting various controversial policies.
Yes – Nazism.
“MAGA is explicitly a Nazi movement. You may have replaced a swastika with a red hat, but that is what it is,” Kluwe said.
Does he really believe this?
The former NFL player’s protest escalated when he walked onto the stage during the meeting, describing his actions as an “act of civil disobedience.” This led to his arrest for disrupting an assembly, though he was released after four hours in custody.
Kluwe’s actions received mixed reactions from attendees and officials. While some cheered and applauded his protest, others criticized his approach. The Huntington Beach city council, composed entirely of conservatives, expressed concern about the impact of Kluwe’s behavior on young attendees.
It’s 2025. Can we stop calling everyone Nazis?
